{"id":212459,"date":"2025-04-29T09:00:44","date_gmt":"2025-04-29T09:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/business\/finance\/3-tips-for-shopping-locally-and-saving-money\/"},"modified":"2025-04-29T09:00:44","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T09:00:44","slug":"3-tips-for-shopping-locally-and-saving-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=212459","title":{"rendered":"3 Tips for Shopping Locally and Saving Money"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Recently, I\u2019ve been trying to phase out some of the big box stores where I can, and instead shop locally. Why? Because shopping locally has some great benefits.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Firstly,\u00a0you\u2019re putting money back into your own community and promoting local job growth. Secondly,\u00a0you might be keeping a small, family owned business from the brink of bankruptcy. And lastly, you\u2019re most likely getting a higher quality item.<\/p>\n

The problem with shopping locally is that it can sometimes be more expensive. The bigger companies have the power to outsource their manufacturing overseas, buy in larger quantities, and get better prices. Local businesses don\u2019t have these kinds of resources or\u00a0power at their disposal.<\/p>\n

It can be impossible to shop locally for everything<\/a>, but with these 3\u00a0smart moves you can support your local economy and save yourself some money. Here\u2019s how!<\/p>\n

1. Ask for a Discount<\/h2>\n

I come from a family of small business owners. My Dad owns two small department stores so I can vouch that the \u201cask and you shall receive\u201d advice is a good tactic when it comes to discounts.<\/p>\n

In fact, all the employees in my Dad\u2019s stores are allowed to give customers up to 10%\u00a0off if they ask for a discount. Anything above that has to be approved\u00a0and a negotiation usually takes part.<\/p>\n

If you ask for a discount, especially on items you know have been sitting in the store for a while, you\u2019re most likely going to get it. (The only items this doesn\u2019t apply to are those in high demand.)<\/p>\n

I remember my Dad once giving a customer\u00a050%\u00a0off of a piece of Fenton Art Glass, because it had been sitting in the store too long. \u00a0Moral of the story: don\u2019t be afraid to ask.<\/strong> Small business owners have the power to negotiate with you \u2014 big box stores don\u2019t have that option.<\/p>\n

2. Buy Handmade Items<\/h2>\n

Handmade, crafted, or customized items are definitely going to be cheaper by shopping locally. Since these are usually homemade and are higher quality items\u00a0(like quilts, jellies, lotions, candles, furniture etc.).<\/p>\n

The reason for the budget-friendly pricing<\/a> is because a shop that sells handmade items doesn\u2019t want\u00a0to deal with a middleman, and opts to sell directly to you, the customer. This means they can pass quality items to you for much less than major retailers.<\/p>\n

3. Go to a Farmers Markets for Produce<\/h2>\n

I live in Ohio, surrounded by Amish Country, which means I have access to quite an abundance of Amish produce stands\u00a0and shops. One thing I\u2019ve learned is that every single Farmers or Amish Market offers produce that\u2019s far superior to the grocery stores but is only about half the price.<\/p>\n

Local farmers prefer to display their produce at Farmers Markets<\/a>, craft fairs, and festivals, so they can take advantage of the farm to table freshness. This high-quality food is available for a much lower price and often tastes a lot better than buying from a chain grocery store.<\/p>\n

Shop Locally to Save<\/h2>\n

I understand that shopping locally exclusively isn\u2019t always realistic. Sometimes the price is more than you\u2019re willing to pay and other times local shops don\u2019t have what you need.<\/p>\n

However, there are ways you can incorporate shopping locally into your savings strategy and help support your local economy to boot.<\/p>\n

So take time this week to stop by a local shop or farmers market instead of purchasing your goods at a bigger chain store. Use these tips and see how shopping locally can save you money.<\/p>\n

What do you shop locally for? Do you have any savings tips to share?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Tagged as: Advice<\/a>, Budgeting<\/a>, Frugality<\/a><\/p>\n

Editor’s Note:<\/strong> Did you know about the service called $5 meal plans<\/a>? For $5 a month, they send you recipes of delicious, healthy, yet cheap food that costs just $5 a meal.<\/p>\n

Several of my friends signed up and they are able to eat at home more because the instructions are easy to follow, making everything convenient. The deal also comes with grocery shopping lists, which saves them so much time. Check it out yourself by clicking here<\/a> and you too may be able to save more and become healthier at the same time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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