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The practice is called, fittingly enough, comparison shopping.

(Though she pointed out that Google, credit card companies and airline/hotel websites may still offer better rates.

So be sure to compare your comparisons, so to speak.)

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She also advised paying careful attention to the price per ounce forboth online and in-store purchases.

So McBride suggested take advantage of price matching often offered by major stores like Target and Best Buy.

Ive saved a lot by asking for a price match on items Ive found cheaper elsewhere, she said.

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As an alternative, she tries to find similar styles inmore affordable storeslike Target.

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Loyalty programs often provide exclusive discounts, early access tosales and rewards programs.

Combining these programs with sale prices has significantly increased my savings, McBride said.

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And who doesnt appreciate a good two-fer?

So one mustnt ignore drive time.

And if a new item must be tested out or tried on in person?

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