According to USA.gov, the most popular New Year’s resolutions year after year include drinking less alcohol, getting a better education, getting a better job, getting fit, losing weight, managing debt, managing stress, quitting smoking, recycling, saving money, taking a trip, and volunteering to help others. Are any on the top of your list? [ More ]
If you get some dud gift cards this holiday season, you’re not stuck. Dec. 26 is “Gift Card Exchange Day” on GiftCardGranny.com, when various resellers will bid for your castoffs. Sell the cards there and get money you can use to spend anywhere. Or buy cards you’ll actually use. [ More ]
Are you done with your holiday shopping yet? No? Really? Well, you’re not alone. According to the American Research Group, only a third of consumers have already finished most of their holiday shopping. That means that two-thirds of you—er, us—haven’t finished yet. [ More ]
Holiday gifts aren't the only things on my shopping list. This is the time of year that finds me taking on small decorating projects, and my latest is a guest bedroom that will be hosting some overnight visitors over the next few weeks. So when I got an e-mail to a 20-percent off sale at West Elm with free shipping, I pounced. [ More ]
Good value? Lowest price? Lowest price or good value? What motivates you to shop where you shop? A recent global online Nielsen survey shows that people pick good value over low prices—but not by much. [ More ]
Some people would say that using coupons can send a particular message: “I’m frugal,” “I’m wise,” or “I’m cheap.” These days, it’s pretty hip to use coupons. But talk about putting yourself out there—a recent survey from CouponCabin.com found that about 18 percent of people would use a coupon to help pay the dinner bill on a first date! [ More ]
Want to take your loved one out for a special dinner but just don’t know any fancy-schmancy places nearby? Have we got a website for you! Bloomspot.com will give you some great ideas for a nice place to go—with a... [ More ]
