10 tips for smart and economical Tet shopping

The following tips will help you shop for Tet in a smart and detailed way.

1. Make a very specific and detailed plan

When doing anything, you have to have an action plan, and so is shopping for Tet. Making a list of things to buy, the amount of money needed, the time to go shopping, etc. will help your Tet shopping become more convenient and easier to control, avoiding "overspending", buying things on impulse, causing the money in your pocket to "fly out the window".

2. Make use of old things

Instead of spending a lot of money to buy new things, there are old things you can reuse to save money such as: peach, apricot, kumquat tree decorations; parallel sentences...

Old teapots can be turned into beautiful, unique flower vases.

3. Shop early for Tet

According to the market rules, when purchasing power increases during Tet, prices of goods also increase rapidly. To save money, you should start shopping early. Products that can be purchased early to avoid price increases include: candy, alcohol, tea, tobacco, bamboo shoots, vermicelli, etc. Of course, you should pay attention to the expiration date of the product to avoid the case of expired items.

You should buy items that can be kept for a long time, such as candy, alcohol, etc.

4. Hunt for promotions and discounts

At the end of the year, supermarkets, agents, and stores often launch many attractive promotions, big sales, and discounts... to attract customers. This is the best time for you to buy the necessary things and save the most money.

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However, when buying goods during sales and promotions, you should consider carefully, do not buy too much because of cheapness, buy unnecessary items, or do not pay attention to product quality, otherwise, not only will you not save money, but you will also waste a large amount of money.

5. Promote the spirit of "homegrown"

Banh chung, fried pork roll, pork roll, jam, pickled onions... are all Tet foods that you can make at home. If you have the time and conditions, you should make these dishes yourself instead of buying them from restaurants, which are both unhygienic and expensive.

You can mobilize family members to participate. This is also a way to strengthen the emotional connection and closeness between everyone in the family.

6. Go to wholesale markets or go back to your hometown to shop for Tet

Shopping at wholesale markets and rural markets will help you save some money.

In wholesale markets or rural markets, prices of goods are often a little lower than in flea markets and supermarkets in the city. If you want to save money, take the time to go to wholesale markets or go to the countryside to choose the items you need for Tet.

7. Resolutely say “no” to unnecessary things and items

When going shopping for Tet, you need to "stick" to the shopping list that you have made in advance, absolutely do not let items that are not on the list "tempt" you so that when you get home, you will feel sorry for your wallet.

8. Consult with relatives and friends before going shopping for Tet.

Before going shopping for Tet, you should consult your relatives or friends about price, quality, and where to buy. That will help you have a general and clear view when shopping, avoiding the case of buying expensive or poor quality goods.

9. Don't bring a lot of money when shopping for Tet.

When shopping for Tet, you should only bring enough money for your needs. Avoid bringing too much money, because then you will be ready to spend on items that are not in your plan.

10. Consider carefully when giving Tet gifts

Giving Tet gifts is a beautiful cultural tradition of our country. It is an opportunity to express your care and gratitude to those you love and respect. However, you need to consider carefully to suit your financial ability.

Don't bring much money when shopping for Tet.

You should spend some time learning about the interests and habits of the person you need to give a gift to in order to choose meaningful gifts that still fit your budget.

According to Vietnam.net