It’s tough these days for local businesses to stay open. They face stiff competition from big-box chain stores and online retailers, which usually offer lower prices and a more extensive selection. And the coronavirus pandemic of 2020 and 2021 has made…
When someone you love is about to pass a major milestone, it’s common to give them a gift as a way of acknowledging their achievement. But you don’t always have the spare funds to shell out for an expensive gift,…
With finances being tight for many these days, people are giving dollar stores another look. Selling everything from party essentials to craft supplies to kitchenware, they attract shoppers of all ages and income levels looking for a bargain. While buying…
Imagine this scene: You’re out with a friend and admire her new purse. You aren’t really in the market for anything, but now you want your own shiny new bag, so you decide to head to the store after you’re…
It’s not easy being an environmentalist who also loves fashion. Modern “fast fashion” is incredibly destructive to the planet, driving us to buy, wear, and discard new clothes at a faster and faster rate. To get these clothes to market…
For the average American, airfare is expensive. In the first quarter of 2019, the average U.S. flyer paid $353.52 for a round-trip domestic fare, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. That’s why many families prefer driving over flying, even…
My wife and I have purchased multiple cars together. We bought and furnished an older house. We’ve undertaken home improvement projects like installing a new driveway and adding a patio to our backyard. We’re no strangers to planning and executing important purchases. But,…
It’s not easy being a gal on a budget. Not only do women earn less than men , we sometimes have to spend more too. It’s not just a question of women having different shopping habits from men. There are…
Have you ever walked into a store planning to buy just one or two things and walked out an hour later with a whole shopping cart full of stuff? If you’re like most people, this has happened to you at…
Most people know you shouldn’t pay the sticker price on a car and that it’s important to negotiate a job offer, but there are plenty of other things you can haggle for that you may not know about. From high-end…
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