Stopped at a farmer's market in Lancaster and noticed something about the eggs

I was grabbing a dozen eggs from a guy who had a little stand near the edge of the market. He had a handwritten sign saying $3.50 a dozen for free range, compared to the $6 at the grocery store. Made me wonder if I've been overpaying for stuff just because it's in a nicer package with a brand name... anyone else find better deals just by looking around at smaller vendors?

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troythompson20d agoMost Upvoted

You ever ask the guy if you can bring your own carton to save a little more? Those small vendors will usually cut you a deal if you make it easier on them.

nelson.nancy20d ago

That $3.50 deal is a steal, I found way cheaper honey at a tiny farm stand too!

the_charles20d ago

You said that $3.50 deal is a steal, but I'd be careful thinking all free range eggs are the same. That guy at the market probably has way lower overhead than a grocery store, so his price isn't really a steal, it's just what they cost without the middleman. You're not overpaying for a brand name as much as you're paying for the convenience of one stop shopping.