10 SHOPPING HACKS That Will Save You Money!

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Save a bunch of money at favorite retail and grocery stores with these 10 amazing secrets I discovered! Everyone knows retailers like Walmart and Costco are great places to buy products, but with these shopping secrets you will save a LOT more!
Links I mentioned in the video:
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- Best Buy Price Match Policy: bit.ly/3tDvrEh
- GoodRX: bit.ly/3MBNhjo
**I do not make any money if you choose to use these links
As you're all aware this whole lifestyle channel is all about shopping and deals so I was determined to hunt down some shopping secrets and shopping hacks. You may have seen a video called real tricks companies don't want you to know by the channel be amazed and I really wanted to make a video that had even more helpful information!
If you've been wondering about insider retail secrets or shopping hacks to save money then these 10 shopping secrets and 10 shopping hacks will really interest you. People always ask me for retailer secrets and online shopping hacks after I made my shopping secrets at costco and 10 shopping secrets amazon doesn't want you to know - so here you are!
In this video The Deal Guy is showing you how to save money, shopping tips and retailer hacks that will allow you to get the best value for money next time you're out doing your weekly shopping. I am pleased to say this video includes walmart secrets, amazon secrets and some target secrets. PLUS it wouldn't be a deal guy video with costco secrets and aldi secrets.
Don't miss these shopping tips, let me know what you think in the comments. Love you all! :)
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@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

People have been asking me for months to make a Shopping Secrets for ALL retailers, so if you enjoyed this video, please give it a THUMBS UP as it helps me in the KZfaq algorithm! 😀 What are some of your shopping secrets?? Comment Below 👇

@abe6440 2 жыл бұрын

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@CatsPajamas23 2 жыл бұрын

Walmart used to mark the rotisserie chicken down at about 9 p.m. To my knowledge the local Walmart still marks the fried Chicken and wings down about.50-2.50 an hour or two before closing.

@codenamebobette 2 жыл бұрын

Milk isn't alawys the same across brand. Store brands often have their own testing facilities for incoming milk, and the producers start with the store brands who pay the most, then work their way down the list if they get rejected. The milk is tested, visually inspected for color, and the scent is checked. I had a friend who worked for one of the grocery testing facilities and she said she often had producers try and bring milk where the cows had been grazing on alliums, and you could smell it in the milk.

@michaelmcclure9350 2 жыл бұрын

Actually the diaries Walmart uses arent always as ethical as other local diaries regarding animal welfare

@sherrywhitt1304 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your research and videos!!!

@mrs.m.w 2 жыл бұрын

I just have to say one of the things I absolutely love about watching your videos is not only that you want to help everyone save money which is huge especially in The Times we're living in, but it's the fact that after every video you say I love you bye bye. I know that that's simple and it might be missed by lots of people. But that might be the only time someone hears "I love you," today. And I just have to say that every time I watch your videos it just makes me smile from ear to ear when I hear it. In case you don't hear it from anyone other than your wife and daughter, I love you too, and thank you for what you do.

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a nice comment Malia! I think everyone deserves to hear I love you, even if its just from a friend like me :)

@subaas_baig8756 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent observation

@RebekahSue 2 жыл бұрын

@Malia Brown Williams, After the savings (some pertain to me, some don't), the end is my favorite part of the video

@cynforrest 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree! You’re the best and I love You too!

@denasharpe2393 2 жыл бұрын

I promise you Matt...there is lots of love out here for you and your family and your sign off brightens many of our days😊😊😊❤

@katel3962 2 жыл бұрын

Called Amazon for a price adjustment when an item went on sale 50% off two days after purchasing. They gave me a hard time and wouldn't adjust the price. I finally said "Fine. I'll return this one and then re-buy it so I can get the sale price." Only then, they finally gave me a credit.

@sushi99999 2 жыл бұрын

My experience has been not that. I bought something on Amazon, only for the price to go down by 20% a week later. I TRUDGED through the options to get a hold of a customer service chat rep, and even though it was sold and fulfilled by Amazon, they said they couldn't do a price match. I told them I'll just buy it again at the discounted price and return it at the original price, and they said that that was the way to go. Since then, I have done just that on several items, instead of wasting my time trying to get a hold of a rep. I'm all for reducing carbon footprint, but I blame Amazon for ignoring this low-hanging fruit. Seems like they'd rather make it difficult to price match than to rebuy and return, which just seems fiscally irresponsible. It's a love-hate thing. One caveat -- make sure you read the return policies specific to the items, even if it's free returns. Some electronics are subject to a 20% restocking fee, even if unopened. I didn't realize this until I noticed that I wasn't refunded for the full amount on one item and looked at the fine print. So the end result for that was: I didn't get the discount, and Amazon lost shipping and return costs. And we all lose, LOL.

@AskAgainL8ter 2 жыл бұрын

I called later the same day and they wouldn’t change it.

@vickyw6178 2 жыл бұрын

Same happened to me they won’t adjust my price. I told them returning it & repurchasing is the same thing just less customer friendly.

@anonomas6126 2 жыл бұрын

Amazon absolutely refused to adjust my price

@samanthaamason689 2 жыл бұрын

You don't call, do it through the app like a return then in the comments put price change, requesting refund for price difference. It's only a 7 day policy and most things have 30 day return policy so there ya go. I buy those snack boxes and check the price on Amazon every day for those 7 days because that's how often the price changes! I was able to get a 40 piece snack box for $20 then the next day the price went down so I quickly requested a refund for the price difference. I got my refund for more than half the original price! Keep an eye out people! I noticed at least on this particular item the price was changing everyday!

@msliz1029 2 жыл бұрын

I got an eye drop RX for my pet using Good RX and found his med at Costco. Many dont know many Costco's sell pet medications. My vet was selling it for $75. I asked for the prescription instead of buying it there. Costco and using Good RX, I got it for like $17!!!

@scook449 2 жыл бұрын

I use to work at a supermarket bakery. We would put out discount cakes on the discount rack first thing in the morning. A lot of the cakes were only 3-5 days since being put out. Usually the icing of a fully covered cake will keep it fresh for at least a week. There were so many days I had to put out 1/2 sheet cakes (feeds around 20-30 1.5inch slices) for $11 when buying it the night before would be $30. Also, if you want to pick up a cake for a date in a week or two, you can just wrap it in cling-wrap(the container it came in could help protect it) and put it in the freezer and some can last up to a month that way.

@robertnervi57 2 ай бұрын

Thanku!

@alexa5927 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a new blade for my Cricut at Michaels for $35. Found it a week later on Amazon for $16. I took my receipt to Michaels and was refunded the difference. Worth hanging on to those receipts and checking price match policies!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! So smart

@jonas189 2 жыл бұрын

When I'm with my wife at Michael's I always scan the bar codes in the Amazon app, we saved $40 on a cutting mat because it was just that much cheaper on Amazon.

@MomHarper 2 жыл бұрын

Good info. I thought Michaels stopped price matching.

@alexa5927 2 жыл бұрын

@@MomHarper as of six months ago they still did, but they may have changed since then.

@khowler 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, always check Amazon before buying at Michels/JoAnn/Hobby Lobby. Don't trust JoAnn's at all. I got a Mini Heat Press, their website said 49.99, they were selling it in the store for 69.99. If you didn't look at their website and know about the price difference, you would have just cost yourself some money. It really does pay to shop around before buying.

@jhk88rph 2 жыл бұрын

Years ago, I worked as a stock boy in an independent grocer and the owner wanted me to build a display for Campbells Soup since someone over ordered that week. This was back when items had to be priced with stickers. He had me price the cans as ‘3 for $1’ - the display was at the end of the soup aisle where the regular price was 25 cents a can. We struggled to keep the display filled - we sold a boatload of soup! Very important to think about what you’re buying…thanks for the great video, Matt!

@scottstark5528 2 жыл бұрын

Too many people aren't good at math. I work for Mondelez International, parent company of Nabisco, and frequently see this happen. I have actually pointed out to customers in store what the "best deal is" and it is 50/50 if they take my advice. A few summers ago Pepsi and Coke were alternating how much two liter bottles cost. They would run 4 for $5.00 or $.99 each max purchase ten units. Both companies sold more units locally that summer under the 4 for $5.00.

@maretvilla1531 2 жыл бұрын

Mexican stores are undefeated when it comes to produce, something I discovered 2 years ago. They have weekly deals like 7 lbs for a dollar sweet onion, 4 lbs for a dollar tomato, 8 cucumbers for a dollar, 30 cents green pepper, 4 corns for a dollar, $7 for 60 eggs and even 0.50 cents per pound drumsticks, etc. They are my go to for produce and even chicken and some meat.

@maretvilla1531 2 жыл бұрын

@Tamar Hannah Whipkey I live in Henderson, NV a suburb in Vegas. La Bonita is the only Mexican place in our area which opened 2 years ago. Not only they have the best deals on produce and meat, they also have a restaurant inside and my favorite, a good sized bakery where bread are made fresh everyday. Right now they also offer free delivery with minimum purchase of 5 dollars online through their website. It's really a great deal.

@maretvilla1531 2 жыл бұрын

@Tamar Hannah Whipkey Try to find a decent size Mexican store if you can. Not sure if a mom and pop would have the same deals as the Mexican stores here in Vegas but who knows. Over here their groceries are decent size.

@jo-joswelcomehomekollectio7274 2 жыл бұрын

Also, appreciate the attention you paid to local, small business. You’re very thoughtful. And someone noticed.

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

I will try and shop at a small business any time I get the chance!

@markakira8988 2 жыл бұрын

Hack #11. Before I pick up a food item, I ask myself "Would I eat this out of my car trunk like The Deal Guy?". If not, I put it back on the shelf.

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@-Ashie... 2 жыл бұрын

Not all heroes wear capes. Thank you so much for your videos! My mom and I greatly appreciate them!

@etak666 2 жыл бұрын

I worked in a Walmart in their dairy department several years ago. we carried 3 brands of milk in my store. 2 from local dairies and the great value. great value was delivered to us on the same day, same pallets & crates from one of those local dairies. the only difference was the local dairy had white plastic jugs and the gv was clear plastic. used to tell people this any time they complained about the price of the local brand but only about half of them listened to me! also, if there are local dairies in your area that supply the grocery stores and you go through quite a bit of any of their products, try calling their number that is listed on the label. sometimes they will let you purchase the product directly from them at a cost closer to what the store paid! you'll probably just have to go to their warehouse or whatever to pick it up. EXAMPLE: one of our local dairies also sells iced tea products. most everyone in the area is addicted to their tea. local walmart price (when i worked there) 2.62/gallon. but, if you were willing to go to the warehouse and buy 4 gallons at once they'd sell it to you for $1/gallon.

@mr.horseshoe2301 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, you’ve saved my family so much money over the years. Helped us during hard times. Thank you!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sticking with me over the years. I'm glad I've been as helpful to you as your loyal friendship means to me!

@mr.a. 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you have saved me money! Too lol. I also spend too much. Lol! Haha 😄 please luxury item deals!

@denasharpe2393 2 жыл бұрын

You have helped more than this old lady save some social security dollars as well...THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH❤❤❤

@NikiLivi5 2 жыл бұрын

Being a pharmacy tech every pharmacist I’ve worked for has told me that there are a few drugs that if the doctor tells you to get brand name only you need to. Some of the generics don’t work as well even though most do. Just go by what your doctor tells you. Also when it comes to generics they are allowed to contain up to 10% less of the medication than the brand name. I’ve personally never been able to tell the difference. This is just what the pharmacists I’ve worked for have told me.

@KhalidNova 2 жыл бұрын

I agree; the only thing in the video I would discredit. I work in Pharmacy, and it is true that some generics just do NOT work for some patients, and the Brand produces an effect. At the same time, it could be just the provider believing the patient subjectively and prescribing the Brand just because the patient believes psychologically Brands works while generics are knock-offs. Otherwise, he's definitely right about GoodRx - big time money saver

@shaylebeau 2 жыл бұрын

I agree also, was a CPhT for 10 years. Also, the inactive ingredients in a generic can be different from the brand and cause side effects, so definitely be wary.

@karijaneify 2 жыл бұрын

Generics are allowed to contain different inactive ingredients, which can sometimes mean a person absorbs them differently....and that can either mean slightly better or lesser absorption. They have to contain the same active ingredient and be of the same quality. I question the notion thaat generics can contain up to 10% less active ingredient, *unless* its been confirmed it gives the same therapeutic efficacy. (also pharm tech)

@jackireese7387 2 жыл бұрын

Wellbutrin XL vs. Buproprion HCL or whatever it's called is the only one I've needed the name brand because the generic was not working for my depression.

@KhalidNova 2 жыл бұрын

@@jackireese7387 There you go, thanks for sharing!

@tinakoslosky1145 2 жыл бұрын

Matt- As an employee of a small town pharmacy- I want to point out 2 things. Generic medications are not the exact same ingredients. They are the same active ingredients and will work the same, but the fillers could be different. For instance, one pill may have a yellow dye and the other be white. Some people might be sensitive to the dye. I personally feel generics are the way to go- but this is also governed by your insurance company and your physician. Some insurance companies may require you to use the generic, but your experience has been it doesn't work as well as the name brand samples your doctor gave you. Conversely, there are some insurance companies that do not allow you to use generic for specific drugs- weird but true. AND- worse yet- not all drugs have a generic. As far as good Rx, it doesn't work with all insurance companies. It works very well for people with no prescription drug coverage, but not necessarily for those who are insured. Please do not yell at the pharmacy staff when you try to use Good Rx. They really aren't stupid and do know what they are talking about. Just because the celebrity in the commercial says it works, doesn't mean it will work for your situation. Remember you get more bees with honey- don't be rude!!!!!

@robyns7971 2 жыл бұрын

When shopping I've stopped my niece from just grabbing any item that she likes the look of. I've always stopped her and pointed out the unit pricing for different sizes or if genetic might be just as good. She would roll her eyes and day we are barely saving money. Literally yesterday we were shopping and I was having a hard time concentrating to check which size was cheaper. She stopped me and said, woah check the unit price first, this one is a better deal! I never felt prouder. Lol

@sarah8579 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Robyn! Can you explain/go into detail what this means? I have never looked at unit prices.

@robyns7971 2 жыл бұрын

@@sarah8579 The unit price is the price per item. Whatever the measurement may be. Maybe the product is measured in ounces and the unit price is $0.10 per oz for a 64oz package. They may have a package that is 32oz and the unit price is $0.14 per oz. This happens sometimes and the smaller item may be cheaper, but if you look at the unit price it is costing you more per ounce. So depending on whether a larger size makes sense for you, you may want to get the larger size because it costs less per ounce.

@odwatchguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt, really love these hacks. My wife has had good luck with Walmart bakery deserts on Saturday morning, which is why I turn sideways to go through the door.

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@robertcrabtree8835 2 жыл бұрын

If you eat out of the trunk of your car, the calories don't count!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

@@robertcrabtree8835 😂😂

@kaybonette 2 жыл бұрын

What time Saturday morning?

@odwatchguy 2 жыл бұрын

@@kaybonette She said she has to be there before 9:00 am or everything is gone.

@shadyatem 2 жыл бұрын

FYI: sticking to the the outside aisles of the store is also good for when trying to lose weight or eat healthier, because as he said, the middle aisles are where most processed package and high sugar foods are and outer aisles contain mostly whole single ingredient items 👍

@blondebobbi4505 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, one thing I always do, is I make sure I go thru the check-outs where they have a live person. This helps to keep live people working and earning money. I have even waited for the one cashier at Wal-Mart. Thanks for the cool videos!

@Catch-qn3xh 2 жыл бұрын

Great point!!

@mfbir1able 2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@mom2suns857 2 жыл бұрын

Never thought of this I’m gonna do the same now!

@Bamapride1985 2 жыл бұрын

I understand the thought there, but look at walmart as the main example. Years ago they had 30 part time cashiers that would work 4 hour shifts each day. Have to deal with doing breaks and lunchs for the full time ones that had been there. You hardly ever found workers on aisles to help find products. Nowadays, you will find 30 workers shopping for the curbside or delivery orders and are able to ask them for assistance as you are on the aisles needing help. If you have 1 worker watching and helping for 6 self check outs, this allows more labor hours to be used for day time stocking and the online curbside orders that are the best consumer friendly service that the company has came out with.

@sushi99999 2 жыл бұрын

@@Bamapride1985 That scenario would be great at my local Walmart, but I haven't noticed any increase in floor personnel. The only local supermarket with self-checkout (that I can recall) is Ralphs. I oftentimes say to the cashier, "Sorry for interrupting your impromptu break, but I need you to ring up my beer." LOL. Otherwise I'm going in the fastest line, whether it's self-checkout or cashier. Seems to be an even split, though I prefer a live person because chatting with myself at the self-checkout gets weird looks.

@ebum9318 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt!! Just to let everyone know when a store reduces their prices that is for items that are expiring that day. They will leave them out the next day after expiring also just to try to make quotas. The mark-up on groceries is INCREDIBLE & they do not care how they make their quotas! !! I very worked at different grocery stores for the last 15 years.

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@nancybarrett6266 2 жыл бұрын

Walmart scanner often charges full price on Dell food so check for discount prices

@deborahtucker7022 2 жыл бұрын

If food is sold or left on the shelf after expiring, the store can be charged $10 thousand.

@ZombieBarioth 2 жыл бұрын

@@deborahtucker7022 Which unfortunately doesn't matter with how much they probably stand to make. Meanwhile they refuse to give stuff away due to liability. Funny how that works.

@nanii9649 2 жыл бұрын

They just relabel 😩 I know someone that worked at Publix who says what they don't sell they relabel and put back out.

@bennettjones9696 2 жыл бұрын

One hack I learned while trucking. Walmart/Sam's spiral cut hams in the PURPLE foil comes from a Smithfield planting Tar Heel, NC. It's half the price of a Smithfield labeled ham. Same product! I buy one or 2 every year around Easter.

@halfbakednbearded4996 2 жыл бұрын

One thing I would inform your viewers of is the importance of noticing "shrinkflation" and how it effects the quantity you are getting and sometimes not the price

@jwallace8545 2 жыл бұрын

96oz is the new gallon. Same price

@ChrysanthsMum 2 жыл бұрын

Boggles the mind that the sizes of products is getting smaller and we have an obesity problem in this country.

@PrincessofKeys 2 жыл бұрын

If only my family would want to go in the evening time, I knew that it may have some best deals around this time of the day and I'd love to go see what they have.

@jediknightjairinaiki560 2 жыл бұрын

As a misanthrope, who prefers to shop in person (the irony isn't lost on me), I really appreciate those who use Curbside Pickup, as it reduces the number of people I have to deal with. Thank you.

@chadwickmccarty4944 2 жыл бұрын

I do enjoy that Walmart Lemon Pepper Rotisserie Chicken from time to time. My amateur tip is don't go to a grocery store when you're hungry lol. Good for you in stating not to dismiss shopping at mom & pop stores.

@thumbsarehandy. 2 жыл бұрын

Shopping by price per oz (or whatever unit) is HUGE. I've found this change frequently - so some days the smaller package is actually a better value than the bulk size. Once we found organic brand-name chicken was cheaper than even the nameless, super cheap chicken. We stocked up!

@LunaR2017 2 жыл бұрын

I’m definitely a store brand shopper after working in a grocery store and two drugstores- the only thing I’ll differ on is due to food allergies. I also eat raw cane sugar instead of regular sugar and you’re right about stores changing units between tags/brands/sizes. I always do the math!! It’s been hard to convince my husband to shop more than just “deals,” as some things are already cheaper, like at aldi or a few dollar stores with the same brand. You’ve definitely helped a lot with my shopping. Thank you!

@RebekahSue 2 жыл бұрын

Prices per unit of measure: You're right. When you look at your hourly wage versus what you save, that extra minute of math makes up for your time!

@irishpatti3152 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I had no idea that the stores changed units of measure on their shelf tags!!

@user-sw4qd2up2s 2 жыл бұрын

Most Kroger brand food is really good, and usually cheaper. Avoid Dollar General Clover Valley brand, most of it sucks.

@amanacatandhisdog8836 2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes a prescription company that produces the brand name will also produce the generic. I think you just agreed a me. You always do a great job.

@karendewillers5190 2 жыл бұрын

The 2optical stores you mentioned, Target, Lenscrafters are owned and operated by Luxottica. Walmart isn't yet. As a retired optician, I can say if the prescription is simple it is possible to order eyeglasses on line BUT progressive no line lenses or complex prescriptions are best to avoid on line.

@SquirrelRun 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt, I've been watching you for a while now and I would like to point out that generic drugs are NOT the *exact same thing* as the name brands. I, myself, cannot take the generic version of certain pharmaceuticals because they add ingredients or slightly change the amounts of inert ingredients, that cause an allergic type reaction. I have to pay (a very steep price, I might add!) for the name brand drug, because of this. Not all generic pharmaceuticals are created equal to their name brand counterparts. I know from this experience!

@dnw75 2 жыл бұрын

This is true. A few years ago I had a bad cold and purchased the generic version of Mucinex to save some $$. It did nothing for me. I ended up grabbing the brand name and it cleared me right up.

@rachelcoleman4327 2 жыл бұрын

This! Generics have to have the same *active* ingredient but the inactive ingredients are allowed to be up to 20% different by FDA regulations and this variance is what can change efficacy and side effects. Likewise, generics can vary from one manufacturer to another causing further issue. And all milk is NOT created equal. Dairy products rely on the quality of the diet of the cow, factory farm milk is nothing like local pastured milk. But otherwise lots of good tips in this video!

@dr.rosilynovertoncfpmrfc5911 2 жыл бұрын

Generics are a mixed bag. I take a branded drug for which the active ingredient is the same as a very cheap generic. About once a year my doctor has to write a letter explaining why I need to have the brand name product. The generic is a tablet, and I do not absorb it. The brand name is an oil in a small capsule, and I respond very well to it. On the other hand,there is another drug for which generics are just fine. However,one gen

@dr.rosilynovertoncfpmrfc5911 2 жыл бұрын

Generic is a very large rather rough round tablet. Another brand of the generic is a small coated caplet. I almost always choke on the big rough tablet m and easily swallow all three caplets at once. The pharmacist made a note on my record to always give me the ]right brand of generic. Thank heavens for a true professional.

@misslari24 2 жыл бұрын

@@rachelcoleman4327 100% true. I liked the video otherwise, but that entire section really irked me. I now buy generic for food and medicine more than name brand, but I'm not going to pretend that there's no difference, because there often is - it just isn't a big enough difference for me to pay extra for name brand. And with different kinds of milk - both cow and plant-based - I can absolutely taste the difference in quality based on a variety of factors.

@beege4491 2 жыл бұрын

My biggest money saver has been doing the "pick up" at Walmart, Sam's, and HEB. By making my list and not going into the store I am not tempted by things I do not need. The down side is not getting to choose my produce and meats but the savings have made up for it. HEB allows you to leave a message for your shopper which is helpful.

@featherpayne 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. With gas prices we have to save where we can. So appreciated.

@suzanne415 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas! Thanks. I reluctantly took my daughter's advice to start grocery shopping by curbside pickup. I have found I'm saving lots of money by not impulse buying. It also saves my time and effort of shopping, loading items through checkout and back into car. I encourage all to try it once.

@Absbabs88 2 жыл бұрын

I don't think I've actually gone in the store to shop for groceries since this whole mess started

@louisewilliams3900 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! I love the order pick up because I don't add that extra $50+ to my cart. I go in every few weeks to check out clearances and availability but not often.

@angelasuezanne1736 2 жыл бұрын

These videos are GREAT!!👍🏻Placing your child inside the cart to take up space in order to stay on budget is a SUPER idea! I wonder if my 6’2 285 pound 17 yr old son would work? 😂🤣Thanks, Matt 😊👍🏻❤️

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@kristinamarina2774 2 жыл бұрын

Whenever I get a text message that you’ve posted another video I stop everything that I’m doing and watch. Thank you for posting all of your helpful hints and deal information! I love your sense of humor and find myself laughing out loud at least once every time!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

That is so nice of you Kristina! I know your day is probably very busy so that means a lot

@cyberguardragon7291 2 жыл бұрын

As kind of an added bonus to the bonus hack, I like to add manufacturer's coupon with store coupons and even online savings apps like Ibotta. I have done so before with a bottle of Irish Spring body wash (I believe 28 0z size). I used both store and manufacture coupons and then scanned the receipt to Ibotta. The final cost was about $1 when I was done.

@bernfran1313 Жыл бұрын

Wow!

@gypsybelle4757 2 жыл бұрын

“There’s no such thing as a generic cow.” 😂🤣🤣I literally laughed out loud!! And oh, how I miss Trader Joe’s! Exceptional house brand products!!

@katherinemoore8468 2 жыл бұрын

True, but I have to say I do not like some brands of milk. Like Clover Valley from Dollar General just doesn’t have a good flavor. I’d rather pay convenient store prices for a name brand than drink dollar store milk. Great video though! I’m amazed with some of the the things he points out that I would never think about.

@robertnervi57 2 ай бұрын

Yes.

@HisLove4You 2 жыл бұрын

We sure need your hacks and tips NOW! Gas and oil are already skyrocketing (again) today due to the new sanctions, its insane. (They should reopen American drilling!! Yes there are leases, but my oil guy just now told me the Fed Govt won't give them the permits to drill!) I am very grateful for your money saving tips Matt, now more than *ever* . God bless you!!

@apriljones4436 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you 💯💯

@HisLove4You 2 жыл бұрын

@@apriljones4436 We need all the help we can get! 🙏

@apriljones4436 2 жыл бұрын

@@HisLove4You yes we sure do I pray and pray i

@nonnihowell5568 2 жыл бұрын

I look at the unit price all the time. I’ve found at times it’s cheaper to buy 2 of the smaller size then 1 of the larger size! I will respectfully however, disagree about the Sunday newspaper. I used to get them all the time but after a few weeks of paying over $5 for a newspaper and cutting out only a couple of coupons, I stopped buying the paper. Maybe the price of the paper varies by region. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Love your videos! 💚

@nicolettestowe2591 2 жыл бұрын

Moving around the grocery items is such a mind game in bigger stores.

@lorismith38 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for letting folks know that store brands of certain items are "the same" and cost much less! Sugar is sugar, salt is salt etc! Keep up the great work💯. Best wishes always, Lori

@carafry4606 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the work you put into these! It is appreciated! ❤️

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Cara!

@christinep327 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great info, Matt! One more for your sweet tooth: Stores with bakeries will often put yesterday's items on clearance, anywhere from 25 to 75% off. They can be found at various locations around the store on a rack or table. Also, kosher salt isn't made the same. The granules from Morton's are larger than those from Diamond Kosher Salt. I found out the hard way 😝 We love you too!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@lisabishop6266 2 жыл бұрын

Lol, my WalMart puts the discount cakes, muffins n cookies near the milk, total back of the store compared to the bakery lol

@monicahayden51 2 жыл бұрын

@@lisabishop6266 my store does the same, I never thought much of it until now! Lol

@user-sw4qd2up2s 2 жыл бұрын

I love the bakery bargain bins! Some put em out early am, some late night. The discount Danishes stay good for days if in an airtight container.

@judiko142 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Hack #5 is for me from right now! And all the price matching hacks are wonderful. You are such a consumer advocate and deserve all your success.

@shandasingletary7444 2 жыл бұрын

Wowzer!!!! I love ALL of these hacks but the one about chatting with a rep to find a coupon or discount is AMAZING!!! Man, I wish I would have thought or known that a month ago because I have done a TON of online shopping this past month. I also love the idea of shopping after 7pm to get the discounts on the reduced grocery, and the idea of abandoning my online cart and waiting for a discount or coupon on that item for the company to persuade me to purchase it! You best believe I am going to be trying these on all my future purchases!! Thanks a million!!

@KayceeBennett1973 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Humpday everyone!!! It's Washing Wednesday here. I do my little girl's laundry on Wednesdays. LOL I get excited when I get that text alert I made for you, Matt!!!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Humpday Kaycee!

@Sizzle94 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas. Changing the volume at the self check at Walmart also lowers the noise to let you know you scan an item. This can cause you to scan the item multiple times. Plus it stays low or off till an associate changes it back.

@juanespro3901 2 жыл бұрын

Or don’t scan it 😳

@PrincessofKeys 2 жыл бұрын

Man you're making me feel better about buying lower priced products saying there is no difference in them! I always go for low prices anyways!

@patriciatinkey2677 2 жыл бұрын

We love you, too Matt! Thanks for your great, energized content!

@gopugmama4408 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt! As always, you have some awesome tips. The one that really got me laughing is "there is no such thing as a name brand cow," LOL!!! You crack me up!🤣 Thank you for all of your hard work making these videos. We sure need you given today's economy, plus we just love you!💗

@robylove9190 2 жыл бұрын

I always hit the thumbs up button as soon as I open your channel. I know I am going to get great information every time. Thanks Matt!

@carrie0 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video! Thanks Matt!

@lindaann5177 2 жыл бұрын

Matt. Thank you for all the great information. Your videos are always so helpful and I appreciate all the work you put into them.

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Linda :) you're always so nice to me

@carol_jajajaja 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for ALL your time and knowledge that you pack into these videos for us! ❤️

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carol! You are too good to me

@100mfp 2 жыл бұрын

I just love your energy! Not to mention the good info you provide. The price match policy and using it before Black Friday is just brilliant! God Bless.

@therichtershow 2 жыл бұрын

I love channels like these that actually help people! Thanks for the tips!

@jo-joswelcomehomekollectio7274 2 жыл бұрын

This is RADICAL advice. Love it. Going to watch again and take notes. As always, appreciate you!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

@amylewis7563 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered 3 pair of glasses from Zenni. 🤞🤞 Thanks for the awesome tips as always. Ur the best Matt! 🏆🏆

@debraseiber8820 2 жыл бұрын

Learned about these things before you tube , always make a list stick to it never go to hungry to store. I get deli food later in the evening 72 years old my son is 45 shops the same way . Agree with you about milk, salt, bleach, cookies etc between store brands and name brands.

@karenriegler3081 2 жыл бұрын

Good job! I knew many of these but always happy to learn more! Sam’s often marks their meat down too! We found going early in the morning you can find meat marked down at local grocery and Sams at times!

@mdurick1830 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all of your research and your posting with everything the way it is right now every penny counts thank you again love to you and your beautiful family

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

It sure does! Thanks for watching!

@teresamartinez5004 2 жыл бұрын

Love how you help us save!!! Thank you!!! ❤

@karensheart 2 жыл бұрын

Timing is perfect! So many are having a hard time and can use a break in prices! Thank you thank you!! Xo we love you Mr. Granite!!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@tammyjones8088 2 жыл бұрын

Matt your getting close to 2 million 🎉 You always have the best deals...Thank you for all your hard work😊. Blessings to you and your sweet family ❤🙏🕊

@beechball82 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making these videos for people like me, I really appreciate the inside scoop as I get easily overwhelmed while shopping and need to just get it done, lol I'm saving lots because of you! :D

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that Lyndsay! Appreciate you watching

@aidans666 2 жыл бұрын

Yay he uploaded another video!

@davidhatton6731 2 жыл бұрын

As always very useful information. I'm all for saving as much as possible and these hacks will come in handy. Thanks for the heads up. Much appreciated. Have a great day Matt. Take care & stay safe.

@dnw75 2 жыл бұрын

I went to the grocery store last week. I like banana nut crunch & cranberry almond crunch cereal. With the new inflation price, it was about $8 for a box (regular size). I gladly tried the generic store brand, which was $3 & some change.

@MichaelaH2059 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent ideas! Thank you for your positive and uplifting videos in these crazy times! Blessings to you and your family ❤

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

You too!

@ellencox7168 2 жыл бұрын

OMG the promo deals and live chat deals is a game changer!!! Why didn’t I know this, and thanks a million for all these tips and Deals. I did notice the tags do have different measurements on.them making comparison in the spur of the moment difficult especially when kids are begging to go home! I also experienced a drop in my online grocery shopping at Walmart and at pick up I questioned the total price and they said some of the items had dropped price so wow bonus there. It was a late in the evening order too! More than ever we need your expertise not only on hacks which I love but really all purchases as we will all be tightening our budgets! Great job Matt for all your help!!! You rock! Love 💕 and hugs 🤗 to you and the family!🤩

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the amazing valuable comment as always Ellen. Good catch on the groceries! Love you!

@ronald34521 2 жыл бұрын

@stacyrussell460 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips, Matt!! Thank you!!!

@dawhike 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice! I always price shop. Definitely aware of confusing shoppers by using different units. I did buy a pair of glasses from Sam's Club, in person, for $224. I then bought the same thing from Zenni online for $89! Same quality lenses and frame.

@lorisalsgiver1459 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips, I always appreciate all of your videos but especially appreciated this one. Thanks 👍

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lori!!

@gafisher001 2 жыл бұрын

Regarding Hack #5, shopping carts, my wife and I use the child seat portion of the cart for everything we possibly can rather than the main body of the cart (which we use only for really big things like cases of bathroom tissue). Easier than a basket both to carry and to unload, and holds about the same. Thanks for this and all your videos!

@jenniferrosenthal7731 2 жыл бұрын

I do the same thing!

@mrkraemer77722 6 ай бұрын

I do the same thing! The Walmart I shop at doesn't even have the hand baskets anymore. They claim the baskets keep getting stolen, but the Dollar Tree next door doesn't seem to have any trouble keeping them.

@gafisher001 6 ай бұрын

@@mrkraemer77722 - Use one from the Dollar Tree (just joking!)

@t.m.button7229 2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed I agree

@patriciarodriguez92 2 жыл бұрын

I love the shopping basket in a cart trick!!!! I will have to try it!

@jaccrazy21 2 жыл бұрын

I did this price adjustment with Kroger during that sick extreme record heat wave June 21’. A rep. for Kroger let me know that the fans were going to sell out. So she told me to grab it for one price and in less than 20 days it will be adjusted by $5-$15 dollars. It was 12 days later! Not a bunch of dollars. But glad I did it, because we were sold out of fans for a month. And we do not believe in a.c. in the pnw 😂

@sunshinenbacon9448 2 жыл бұрын

How do you now believe in ac, but buy a fan to cool off? 😏🤔

@vickibluiis 2 жыл бұрын

I always do the almost check out one, works almost every time. It at least saves me shipping or taxes or both.

@TheLongRunwithJoelandChristy 2 жыл бұрын

Great list. We have been sharing about hack number 3 for a while on our channel and we are even focusing on a Do The Math Challenge this month. I was so excited to see that you shared this tip. Hopefully, it will help everyone to make wiser shopping choices. Thanks for sharing.

@vonitadustylgreen2914 2 ай бұрын

Matt I always love your videos. I look forward to them. I even love going back and seeing some of the prices in the past. Have a blessed day.

@BCSBB 2 жыл бұрын

“You can borrow a kid…” 🤣😂🤣

@bigdaddyweave4021 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another excellent video Matt! With fuel costs being a hot topic right now, Gas Buddy is my favorite fuel hack. Not only does the app allow a quick overview sorted to your preferences (location, fuel grade, price, etc) but obtaining a Pay With Gas Buddy card (linked card, NOT a credit card) offers fuel discounts of at least 5 cents a gallon and special deals beyond that at times-I have saved $245 in 4 years with this card and I’m a single driver home. Other cool aspect is you can purchase at most stations instead of being locked to one brand like with some loyalty programs. Hope this helps someone out there if they’re not already on board with Gas Buddy!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for telling that to the audience! I’ve spoken about Gas Buddy before a while back, but did not think to put in this video! Great tip

@marydecker2562 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Matt! Aside from saving us money and time, you crack me up! My dad was hilarious, and your humor reminds me of his. ( Except your humor is always clean!) Thanks for making videos that are fun and valuable! I love you, too! 💞💞💞

@feliciab2635 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for these cost saving ideas. I try to go in a store get what I need and leave. Shopping the perimeter of the store is the best choice for my needs.

@marciabee 2 жыл бұрын

These are excellent tips, Matt! Especially nowadays with this inflation... you're providing an invaluable service! You, my friend, rock!! PS: We love you back! ❤

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks as always Marcia. Love you friend

@ivahelf4077 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Matt, With everything going up lately it helps tremendously saving as many areas as we can. Also Some grocery stares give points for shopping with them that you can in turn use for lowering your gas $. BTW, have you seen the price of gas lately??

@louisewilliams3900 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. I'm a truck driver and I can vouch for the different brands coming out of the same facilities. This is especially true with produce. It all comes out of the same fields.

@catherinaespinoza 2 жыл бұрын

Even before living in the US I watched your videos because of your energy! Now that I live in Florida I use your hacks every week 🥳 Thank you!!!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for following me all over your living journey Catherine! That’s so cool

@tinapilgrim9355 2 жыл бұрын

I do number 7 frequently. It’s a great idea for “wants” that your not in a hurry to order.

@bettyfeliciano7322 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, I love watching your videos! Very informative and I love your energy level & your little jokes along the way! Thank you for sharing your deals with me! Blessings to you and your family! ❤️✝️👍

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Betty!

@bettyfeliciano7322 2 жыл бұрын

@@thedealguy You’re welcome Matt!

@sapojuajac 2 жыл бұрын

I don't even live in USA but Iike your channel very much, you are enthusiastic and help people get better deals. American stores have everything and for all tastes.

@nancyfeeser4653 2 жыл бұрын

I use the mini shopping carts at grocery stores. I always take a small bag to Aldi’s

@kimberlyarron2235 2 жыл бұрын

When my girls were growing up, I always bought OTC generic meds. Only thing I found different was Benadryl vs. off brand. The off brand had 3x more ALCOHOL. Rest of the ingredients were the same. I opted to buy name brand Benedryl. Ingredients may have changed in 30 yrs. just a heads up if your daughter would need Benadryl. Please read the alcohol content.

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the heads up Kimberly!!!

@kg3095 2 жыл бұрын

@@thedealguy My husband worked for Dow Chemical in their pharmaceutical division for a while and the fillers are often completely different in the generic brands to make them more affordable. Often people can have reactions or allergies to medications because of this.

@davisholman8149 2 жыл бұрын

@@kg3095 I sold pharmaceuticals for 25 years. This is 100% true. It may be why most people do better with brand name vs generic. It made me sad, as most people were forced to buy generic by their insurance - I saw this often with psychotropic drugs like antidepressants & dermatology products also. Please understand - Pharma wants you to believe the cheaper generic is just as good - I saw many time it simply was not.

@denasharpe2393 2 жыл бұрын

What great advice when concerning a child!❤

@karricompton 2 жыл бұрын

I would add a very important hack! Always and only buy groceries that are on sale! All grocery stores have a weekly ad. Buy 2 or 3 of the things you want and that are on sale. Then you won’t run out and have to buy them at full price. Cycles run 4-6 weeks. Items will always go back on sale. Also, I beg to differ with you about bleach. They are not all the same! I find that Clorox is way better.

@Storesdavidal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt For All Your Informative Videos.

@imflyingfar 2 жыл бұрын

Good hacks! Thank you so much, especially for many people who are in such a hard time. We love you too!

@madelinemclean3263 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Very practical tips!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Madeline!

@msphyto765 2 жыл бұрын

Matt this was another great video! However, I have to disagree about the baking flour. I bake a lot for my family and want to provide them with the best that I can afford. I believe that unbleached flour is much better for us and for the environment. My son and I had done an experiment where we made 10 batches of chocolate chip cookies and just changed one ingredient to see if there were any differences. The King Arthur or another local mill made a slightly chewier cookie (which we love, but I know is not everyone's perference) But in the long run, you are right Matt - most bleached flours will perform equally in most of your baking needs. Thanks for putting our such great videos. I really do enjoy all of them! I am also thrilled that you commented on Kathryn Do it on a Dime! Your both are Great!

@thedealguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such valuable advice! I am not a pro baker so I’ll take any feeedback I can get!

@Not-thatKaren 2 жыл бұрын

10 batches of chocolate chip cookies?!? Wish I’d been part of the family that day! Lol

@nancyfarris5093 2 жыл бұрын

It's not about the PERFORMANCE OF baking flour! CHLORINE BEACH IS USED TO BLEACH IT! DO YOU REALLY WANT TO EAT CHLORINE BLEACH?

@michellemccoy3726 2 жыл бұрын

Great info Matt!! Thank you!

@newbiekitty3528 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!! I didn’t even notice the cart getting bigger. I do online mostly. I just love your videos!! Thank you for sharing with us.

@klupo1100 2 жыл бұрын

Matt another awesome video and that’s no surprise for sure. Matt I use an app called FLIPP simply because I don’t get a Sunday paper any longer. This app is awesome because it gives you all the shopping adds plus coupons that are broken down by store. They actually update store adds on a daily basis and give you previews to upcoming adds as well. It’s a really good shopping tool to keep in your phone,

@MomHarper 2 жыл бұрын

I use this too

@denasharpe2393 2 жыл бұрын