I am a big online shopper, trying my best to avoid the stores during the busy holiday shopping season. However, my husband insisted we spend some time window shopping at the mall while enjoying the sounds and sights of the season. I reluctantly went. We pulled into a parking space farthest away from the mall.…
The holiday shopping season has arrived, and retailers will have all sorts of gimmicks to get you to save. Here’s a look at some of the important dates this holiday that will help procrastinators and early birds save money. November 23 – Black Friday If you have no interest in the crowds, there are many…
When to buy your holiday gifts? We have one friend who is done with her Christmas shopping. Others will start and finish it on Black Friday. Could it pay off to push back your shopping? Dealnews analyzed the top toys from last year and their sale prices. The site found procrastination may pay off. This…
It seems Christmas creeps into our lives earlier and earlier every year. The decorations have been up at some stores for weeks. This year, Target is already launching holiday ads and we haven’t even hit Halloween. So, what can we expect this shopping season? I predict aggressive marketing and sales. Stores are fighting for every…
Did you get a gift card for the holidays? Instead of burying it in your wallet, how about burying it an app on your phone? Some plastic or paper gift cards can now be converted into mobile versions. There are apps that allow you to store a gift card’s information or some businesses like Target…
Batteries can break anyone’s budget especially if you have kids. They’re a big frustration for parents fed up with how much they spend and how often they replace the batteries. Blockbuster is giving away free batteries in stores on Christmas Day. If there’s one left standing in your neighborhood, it may be worth stopping by…
Want to wrap a present like a pro, but are sick of wasting money on extra wrapping paper that just goes to waste because you cut too much or too little paper? We asked the gift wrapping professionals for tips on wrapping a basic box and odd shaped items like a candle or lotion. They…
