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By Jeremy Vohwinkle, About.com Guide to Financial Planning

Save Money on Your Next Grocery Shopping Trip

Thursday December 18, 2008

With a weak economy, record gas prices, and increasing inflation, you're probably finding that your dollar doesn't go as far at the grocery store as it used to. Groceries and food prices have been increasing dramatically over the past year or so, and it is beginning to really put a strain on some family budgets. Even as costs continue to rise, there are plenty of ways that you can save money on your next grocery trip. Here are some tips on how to save money on groceries.

In addition to just saving money at the grocery store, now is a good time to take a look at reviewing, or creating a budget so you can find other areas to save money. It is easy to let a little bit of money here and there slip through the cracks, so finding, and stopping those spending leaks can lead to big savings over time.

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