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Smart Shopping
Potential Savings: £150–£300/yr
1
Use the 'downshift' rule for 1 month
Drop one brand level and test. Most families permanently downshift 10–15 items after realising quality is similar.
Action:
Try downshifting for one month and see what works. Start with items where quality difference is minimal.
2
Use supermarket apps
Tesco Clubcard, Lidl Plus, Asda Rewards → regular £3–£10 weekly discounts. Apps also provide exclusive offers.
Action:
Download and use supermarket loyalty apps. Scan your app at checkout to get discounts and points.
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