1. Sneaky Tips for Saving Money

2. Consumerism is still alive and kicking and America
still loves to shop.
However, many smart consumers take advantage of
incentive programs to save or earn rewards on their
purchases. Most people don't take advantage of all
of the ways to compound the Lyoness benefits and
savings from essential purchases.
These are some helpful hints to get the most out of
shopping without the pitfalls of buying too much.

3. Online Shopping but only with a Shopping List
Most everyone has had
some reason to shop
online. The internet has
made it easy to price
comparison shop across
multiple retailers or
wholesalers of goods in
a matter of moments.
But the convenience of
shopping from home or
work can lead to buying
items that are
unnecessary.
Making a list of items you
will purchase is just as
important online as it is in-
store. Comparison shopping
and "sleeping on it" for at
least one night can also be
great ways to control
spending online. If it's too
much effort to complete
your transaction the next
day, then it probably wasn't
a worthwhile purchase for
you in the first place.

4. ..and FREE Shipping
One of the biggest differences in saving on online
shopping is looking for retailers that offer Free
Shipping like Amazon. Auction sites have grown in
popularity and have become a more trusted method
of shopping for many consumers as well.

5. Buy in Bulk but only with a List
Buying Clubs and Warehouse shopping outlets like
Costco and Sam's Club can be a good way to save
on items that you keep on hand. Many shoppers
experience leaving these places with too much of a
good thing though, so the best way to shop at
these types of stores is with an item specific list,
when you are in a bit of a rush so you can't linger
and put extra items in the cart impulsively.

6. Discount Gift Cards
This is a new one. Gift card trade sites buy used or
new unwanted gift cards at a discount. You benefit
by buying the cards at a discount also. Saving 2 -
20% on your payment method is a great way to
save money and make your shopping dollars go
farther. The downside is that you must pre-buy the
cards and wait for them to be mailed for you to use
in store. The upside is that helps you plan your
shopping, and it can also help you stick within your
budget if you won't go beyond your predetermined
spending limit.

7. Discount Gift Cards
This is a new one. Gift card trade sites buy used or
new unwanted gift cards at a discount. You benefit
by buying the cards at a discount also. Saving 2 -
20% on your payment method is a great way to
save money and make your shopping dollars go
farther. The downside is that you must pre-buy the
cards and wait for them to be mailed for you to use
in store. The upside is that helps you plan your
shopping, and it can also help you stick within your
budget if you won't go beyond your predetermined
spending limit.