An important facet of saving money is buying cheap. Most times this means not reaching for the first (also typically the most expensive) item we see on the shelves. That’s why dollar-stores are so prevalent, and also why so many people rely on them in order to sort their finances out.
But are you getting the best deal if you shop there? Sure… but there are exceptions to the rule. You’ll end up spending more on certain items by the sheer fact that you’ll be forced to replace them over and over and over again. Instead of letting you find out which to avoid and which to keep on buying, we’ve compiled a list of 18 items that you should buy elsewhere, even if they come with a higher price tag- it’s generally worth it in the long run.
By following our advice you’ll not only save some money, but you’ll also avoid frustrating situations. As a bonus, we’ve selected some better options you can easily find on Amazon. Read on to discover them!
In other words.,,,,,nothing?
80 to 90 percent of those items safe or appropriate to buy. it is just like the so called professionals that tell you not to eat certain foods. It’s all a bunch of B.S.
Dollar General is convenient. much closer than a Walmart. I only buy name brand items which they have at good prices. Some items are just throw away items so quality does not matter. This author apparently is not a frequent shopper. You never know what you will find. I believe they get close outs on some name brand stuff and pass the savings to customers. You can also buy small sizes to try a product and see if you like it unlike the big box places, where every thing is super size.
I find your comments on the Dollar Tree products to be unfounded. They have name brand products that are bargains. You just have to look for them.
many of these can be bought, if you understand that for that dollar that you will get a dollars worth
Its great that you all singles out Dollar Tree, but you really not persuading anyone to make a change, EVERYONE knows not to go to DT looking for quality stuff. Some people may not be able to shop at high dollar Walmart, Albertsons, King Super, etc. don’t knock a store that obviously is catering to someone who don’t have money like you do
No such word as spelt. I’m sure you meant spelled. AND to think you were commenting on someone else spelling incorrectly (yikes).
These are all true with “name brand” products. Yes, they are cheap, but also i have seen “name brand” food products, household cleaning supplies, children’s books, crayons (Crayola), Soda’s, “Coca Cola, Sprite, Pepsi) to name a few. Most of us go there for the cost because we don’t make middle class wages or even they go for the savings.
These are stressful times as well as cost has gone out of control. So a little relief for goods each month goes a long long way..
Don’t be so quick to judge or tear down small businesses or even larger companies for their lower cost items. Remember you too can have some poor individual sleeping at your door or begging for help.
Take the time to write about positive things in these times, not negative.
Never have had a problem with Dollar stores
The article about 20 things not to buy at dollar was buried beneath loads of other interrupting articles. Very confusing and frustrating!!!!!
so basically your saying to buy NOTHING At the dollar store. and who are you tell us what to buy and where to buy it!? I purchased several of the things you mentioned and I am happy with them. I still hAVE PLastic wear from dollar store and they have outlived the more expensive ones! so boo to you!
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I hate your format. I get interested in one of your topics and have to jump through all kinds of hoops to continue. I won’t be doing this in the future.
maybe partially true, but isn’t this just a slam by Amazon.
I have no financial interest in dollar stores or amazon
The only things I get from the dollar store are greeting cards and party supplies. I dont Trust anything else to be safe to use.
light bulbs fall apart when you try to remove them
only a fool would believe the quantity and quality would be the same. you don’t get something for nothing! we buy from the dollar store because we’re poor, not because we want to, but because we have to……………..hello!
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Give the friend a specified amount of money, let’s say $100. Ask them to buy you a $100 gift card for $100. You go in as non member to use your $100. You can even buy over that hundred and pay the additional
So I guess you’re suggesting that we shouldn’t buy anything from a dollar store because it seems the 18 things that is suggested not to buy is pretty much everything people do buy at dollar stores.
I thought no most of this is hogwash unless it’s just talking about Dollar Tree or other stores where everthing actually costs a dollar. I think Dollar General has a lot of good name brands and have found that their store brand usually has good products.