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Release Date: 12/21/2024

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I never thought changing ONE simple shopping habit could save us thousands...

But after running an experiment with our family of 5, our grocery bill hit its lowest point in 2 years. And the crazy part? We didn't have to clip a single coupon or sacrifice our healthy eating habits.

In this episode, we break down the exact strategy that led to this breakthrough, plus 4 other game-changing tactics that could save your family $700-$1,200 every single month on groceries.

 You'll discover:

  1. The "$7 Lemon Strategy" that exposed how we were overpaying by 500% on certain items

  2. The Costco Paradox: How spending more per trip actually saves thousands per year

  3. Our controversial take on grocery delivery services (and how we use them to SAVE money)

  4. The biblical principle behind smart grocery shopping that most people miss

  5. Why managing your grocery budget could be more spiritually significant than you think

 

Resources Mentioned:

  1. Simple Money, Rich Life (Our Book): https://seedtime.com/free

  2. Instacart Gift Cards at Costco ($100 value for $80)

  3. Wild Pastures (Meat Delivery): https://wildpastures.com

  4. Stores Discussed: • Trader Joe's • Costco • Aldi • Whole Foods • Publix • Sprouts

  5. Amazon Subscribe & Save

  6. SeedTime Money 40-week checklist (mentioned as part of our ongoing series): https://seedtime.com/give1m

 

Stats Worth Noting:

  1. Average American wastes $2,000+ per year on food

  2. Potential savings of $3,000/year just by changing where you shop

  3. Our findings align with research from leading data science firms about grocery store price variations

 

Remember: Smart shopping isn't just about saving money—it's about stewarding resources wisely. Every dollar saved is a dollar that can be used for greater purpose.

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Watch this episode on our SeedTime Money Podcast YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/KP9glzjHEbY)!

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