Shopping myths
Shop better by avoiding these five traps
Buy bulk. Shop for Christmas on Black Friday. Don't get food at drug stores. Those are some of the common shopping myths deconstructed in an AP story in The Republic.
Purchasing smaller quantities can be cheaper one fourth of the time, the article says. How do you know whether to buy big or small? Track the price per unit or ounce. For holiday sales, the best deals typically show up after Christmas. And, you can often get cheaper eggs, canned goods, and cleaning products at your local drug store.
What are some other shopping myths not mentioned here? An Eating Well magazine article posted on Yahoo! Shine says brown eggs are no healthier than white, so don't splurge on buying the former. And buying frozen fruit and veggies is often just as healthy -- and more economical -- than buying fresh.
"If you think a super-sized container of peanut butter is always a better deal than a tiny version, think again. Bigger is not always cheaper. And don't count on getting a bargain on designer goods at an outlet or off-price chain.Here are five common but mistaken assumptions about bargains -- plus tips for avoiding getting fooled into paying too much..."
