Get the best deals and bargains with these top money-saving shopping tips.
1. Always make a list when you are going food shopping and don't go when you're hungry. Supermarkets are designed to encourage you to browse and buy on impulse - fight this by sticking to your list.
2. Go online to compare prices of high street stores or visit a website such as www. fool.co.uk or www.thisismoney.co.uk to get updated information about instore discounts and promotions.
3. When you're looking for a specific item, check out auction sites such as eBay.co.uk or buy from secondhand stores on sites such as www.amazon.co.uk
4. Don't buy junk in the sales just because it's half-price. Stock up on seasonal items such as Christmas cards in the New Year or presents that can be used for birthdays throughout the year.
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