Wednesday, July 8, 2009

To Buy or Not To Buy - That Is The Question!


Have you ever wondered when the best time to buy cereal or ice cream in your favorite grocery store so you can save alot of money? All categories of merchandise (food and non-food) have cycles when manufacturers and retailers promote them to drive sales of those items. Typically, items are promoted by being offered at a much lower price than normal and are often only promoted once or twice a year.

It is helpful to know what is promoted and when so you can plan your shopping accordingly. Here is what is promoted for July and August. Look at the list and watch the prices of these items go down. Buy these items with coupons and really save money!


July Promoted Items
Food:
Hot dogs
Ground beef
Hamburger and hot dog buns
Condiments (ketchup, mustard, barbeque sauce, relish)
Salad dressing
Chips
Ice cream Popsicles
Soda
Bottled water
Iced tea mix and bags

Non-food:
Grill supplies (charcoal, lighter fluid)
Party supplies (disposable plates, cups, napkins and utensils)
Furniture



August Promoted Items
Food:
Cereal
Breakfast bars
Peanut butter
Jelly
Lunch meat
American cheese
Yogurt
Chips
Snack cakes
Cookies
Ice cream
Soda
Bottled water
Iced tea mix and bags
Drink boxes
Non-food:
Pool supplies
Outdoor toys
Outdoor furniture
Bathing suits
Summer clothes
Summer shoes

For a complete listing of what is promoted during the year (by month), click here.
~ Written by Elizabeth

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