Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hur…
Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal y…
Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spen…
Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shop…
When shopping online, there’s more to consider than what to buy and how much to spend. If you plan to shop marketplaces such as Amazon, Etsy and Walmart that host third-party sellers, you’ll also want to watch out for scams. Derrek Casebolt thought he was getting a steal when he bought a gam…
Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh,…
Planning what to buy is essential for efficient and cost-effective trips to the grocery store. It’s smart to customize a list based on where you do your grocery shopping; you’ll find a different selection at a supermarket than at a wholesale club or neighborhood health food store. Stocking u…
Trader Joe’s is a national chain of grocery stores with a bit of a cult following. There are dozens of social media accounts dedicated to Trader Joe’s shopping hauls and recipes using only items found at the store. Trader Joe’s even has its own podcast. If you’ve never shopped at Trader Joe’…
Traditional grocery store advice is to stay out of the aisles and shop the perimeter to spend less and eat healthier. That’s harder to do at Costco, says Addie McHale, a Denver-based certified financial planner. Each visit is a treasure hunt. You get there, take it in and want to walk the wh…
It’s the question of the holiday shopping season. Which is the more ‘dealtastic’ day: Black Friday or Cyber Monday? After a year of tracking sales, we finally know the answer: It’s a tie. Well, kind of.Retailers mostly recycle Black Friday deals on Cyber Monday, which means today could be yo…
Grab your wallet because the busiest time of the year for spending is upon us. Despite persistent inflation and dwindling household savings, shoppers are planning to drop up to an estimated $967 billion during this holiday season, a November 2023 study by the National Retail Federation shows…
Black Friday is Nov. 24 this year. Retailers thrive on tantalizing shoppers ahead of the post-Thanksgiving event, keeping them guessing about how exactly the experience will unfold. But economic conditions, past sales and other factors can provide clues about what’s to come. Here’s what mark…
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the holiday season is about to kick into full gear. These gifts are the perfect way to say thanks to a host or hostess, and you can grab a few now to save yourself the stress of last-minute shopping.
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Beyond overall inflation, which rose 3.7% year over year since September 2023, there are a few more reasons why candy is so expensive right now.
If ever there were a holiday that belonged to cats, it’s Halloween. These cat Halloween costumes are absolutely adorable — and some are so comfortable your kitten might actually keep them on all night.
Halloween is nearly here, which means it’s time to stock up on treats. But for some parents, coming home with a bag of sugary sweets is anything but a treat. These Halloween candy alternatives include stickers, toys, and accessories that kids will love, even if they have allergies or dietary…
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Target is recalling almost 5 million glass jar candles over laceration and burn hazards after six people were injured, some severely. Here’s how to return them.
Here are five things you should always do to maximize your candle’s burn time and ensure you get value for money.
