We all have to pay the grocery bill. Unfortunately, it is becoming more and more difficult with rising food costs. Here are four simple tips to help you save money.

Shop your pantry. Don’t buy anything until you know what you already have at home, this way you won’t be unpacking pricey food items from your grocery bag only to find you have the same items sitting in your pantry.

Minimize food waste. Most people don’t realize how much food they throw away every day – from uneaten leftovers to produce that could be repurposed. Make sure to store food correctly, keep your refrigerator clutter-free, and utilize your freezer!

Cut back on meat. Eating less meat on a regular basis will have a significant impact on your grocery bill. Meats like beef, pork and chicken tend to be some of the more expensive items – inflation or not. Try going meatless one or two days a week and turning to cheaper alternatives, like beans, rice and pasta.

Take advantage of coupons and deals. Once you upgrade your basic checking account to a Benefits Plus^® checking with SeaComm, you will gain exclusive access to a variety of retail discounts and savings – including gift and eGift cards at up to 15% off, and a free Grocery Coupon Club membership! Click here to learn more, or visit your nearest SeaComm branch location to upgrade your checking account, today.

For complete information, terms, conditions and exclusions please visit www.benefits-plus.org or call 866-329-7587.

TIP: What is your plan for the money you will have saved? We are here to help! Discover a variety of savings options available to you at SeaComm, including regular savings, money market accounts, certificates and more. Click here, call us at (800) 764-0566 or stop by your nearest SeaComm branch location – our goal is to help you live your best financial life.