Grocery Shopping Tips and Hacks

Have you been staring in disbelief at the grocery prices lately? You’re not alone. According to the USDA, overall food prices have increased by as much as 2.9% in 2025. This spike in price has caused a lot of concern and stress for Americans, as they see their budgets being stretched further and further. Here’s some good news: we have strategies and suggestions to help you save on your next and future grocery trips, without making major changes to your everyday lifestyle.

Couponing

No need to go extreme on the couponing—even those $1 off coupons add up in the long run. Most grocery stores now offer free rewards programs and digital coupons to help you save money every week. Whether you hunt down paper coupons or use digital coupons at your preferred store of choice, a 2022 study suggests you could save as much as $1,465 per year by regularly using coupons.

Make a List… and Stick to it

Are you someone who makes a list before you head out to shop, or do you tend to cruise the aisles and pick what sounds good? You may notice lower spending at the store if you plan ahead. Create a list of what you need each week, and only purchase those items. That means including any snacks and sweet treats on your list—not something to be thrown into your cart at a whim!

Buy More Store Brand Items

When many people think of generic products, they probably consider them to be of lower quality or not as tasty as name brand items. However, in many cases, these generic brand foods and items are the same product and come from the same factories as the name brand. Try generic brands in order to save on products that are just as good as the name brand.

While prices at the grocery store are rising, it’s important to remember what you can control. Your shopping and spending habits are key in how you can cut down on unnecessary spending as we navigate inflation and its effects.