FAQ- Is this a good deal?

How do you know if you're getting a good deal? Simply put, you have to keep track. Even though pasta is a staple in my house, I can't remember the cheapest price I pay after sales and coupons. Click here to download my Price Grid. Use your receipt when you get home from your shopping trip to fill in the items and the price. After a couple of weeks you'll find that you tend to buy the same things over and over. You'll quickly see the best stores to shop and the lowest price.

Click here to see Southern Savers "Buy Price" shopping list. It is a good place to start and helpful to use as a barometer to see if you're paying too much. It should not replace you doing the research since prices and sales vary by region. In addition, this list won't include all of the staples in your household.

Your aim: To buy items when they're on sale AND when you have a coupon. Going forward, you'll never pay full price again. Sales run on a 6-8 week cycle so when you see the item at a rock bottom price STOCK UP so it will last you until the next sale!

Keep your price grid in your coupon box or binder for quick reference. Tip: I entered all this information in my Listomni iPhone app so it is just a click away.