6 shopping methods to help you save a "decent" amount of money when shopping for Tet

As Tet is approaching, housewives always feel headaches, even "stressed" because of unnamed expenses and shopping. Money in their pockets is always in a state of "disappearing" uncontrollably.

Many housewives often complain that even though they buy a lot, they still feel like they don’t have enough, or they buy because they find the item attractive but have too much to use during Tet. Spending economically is a way to respect the money you earn, avoiding wasting it on unnecessary needs.

So, let's refer to the tips below, surely each tip will be one of the useful experiences to help you welcome the new year happily and economically.

1. Make a list of what you need to buy

Making a list of what you need to buy for Tet is also a way for you to show that you are a professional and have a plan. After making a list, you will consider the amount of money you need to prepare for Tet, and at the same time discuss with your relatives whether the items on the list are really necessary.

Making a list of items to buy also helps you be more proactive in shopping. You will not be carried away by attractively advertised items, creating unnecessary needs and "dropping money" in your wallet very quickly. When you have a list of items to buy and discuss it carefully, you will also know what you lack and what you have in the list to consider adding or subtracting appropriately.

2. Don't buy things to fill the refrigerator

A habit that housewives need to immediately stop is to stock up on a lot of things in the refrigerator to store and hope for a prosperous new year. However, nowadays, as the market develops, items are sold on the first day of the new year.

Storing too much food will make you and your family eat food that is not fresh and less delicious. At the same time, because you buy too much, it will be difficult to control your finances when shopping for Tet.

A small tip is that you can stock up on food to help limit the time spent shopping. However, you should plan your menu for the day during Tet.

What to eat every day. From there, you will find the answer to what to buy, and in what specific quantities. The more detailed the list of items to store in the refrigerator, the healthier Tet you will have, and the more reasonable the amount of money you need to spend.

3. Keep an eye out for sales

After planning your shopping and making a list of what you need to buy during Tet, a small tip to help housewives save money on shopping is to keep an eye on discount programs at large supermarkets and quality-assured stores. Buying the products you need in reasonable quantities at the most economical prices possible will always help you reduce your spending costs a lot during Tet.

4. Invite each other to buy together

In addition to looking for discount programs, to buy quality products at reasonable prices, call on everyone to buy the same product you need when finding a guaranteed source. It only takes a little time but you feel useful and happy when buying what you need at the most economical price.

5. Simplify everything

One of the most important factors in your life is to simplify everything. Even if you save money or plan your spending in detail, if your spending list is still endless, saving is not really effective. In addition to considering buying things, you need to simplify everything.

Think about whether buying that item is really necessary. Tet is an occasion for everyone to gather and be warm. Uncontrolled spending makes many people feel afraid of Tet and tired of spending a lot. Simplify from shopping for furniture, clothes... to help the whole family save money and feel happy.

6. Prepare your own dishes for Tet holiday

Some people are busy earning money, working extra to hope for a warm and full Tet. However, spending a large amount of money to buy items also makes you feel a lot of pressure at work.

Instead of this usual method, you can buy your own ingredients to make dishes for Tet such as making your own jams, cakes, dishes such as pickles, fried ham, meat jelly, pickled beef, spring rolls, sausages... Making it yourself will save costs, help the whole family always feel safe for their health with a clean and guaranteed process.

With the small tips in the article, I hope that each passing Tet holiday will leave behind many warm, family memories instead of shaking your head in dismay at having to spend too much as usual.

According to To Quoc newspaper