We all want the lowest prices, but not all stores are created equal. To save as much cash as you can, take a look at this big list of your favorite stores' price-matching policies and plan your shopping accordingly. Just remember, policies can ...
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Things You Should and Shouldn’t Consider Splurging On
Once you have a budget set and you start building up some disposable income, you need to figure out how you're going to use that money. Sometimes the perception of money management is that you're on the far end of two spectra. You either live ...
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9 Tips for Getting the Most From Your Groceries
If there's one resolution you stay on top of this year, spending less on groceries and reducing food waste should be it. To help you get started, and to keep you on track throughout the year, consider these tips for getting the most from your ...
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How to Avoid Spending Too Much For A Quality Mattress
How do you feel when you wake up to start your day? Few of us report that we feel less than well-rested, and this may be a sign that we need to get a new mattress. Often, the root of our sleep problems literally lie in the mattress that we sleep on. ...
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$8100 Chicken Nuggets and Other Strange Items for Sale on Amazon & eBay
I don't know about you, but I find a lot of things in life that often make me stop and just shake my head in pure bewilderment. For example, why do tourists go to the top of tall buildings and then put quarters in telescopes so they can see things on ...
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100 Words On: Why the Customer Is (Almost) Always Right
Almost everyone has asked a restaurant, bank, or other business to redress a particular grievance. It's debatable whether the titular idiom of this post should be credited to Marshall Field or Harry Gordon Selfridge, but it's true nevertheless. ...
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Buying And Selling? Try Using Bitcoin Escrow to Protect Yourself
Not everybody is looking to scam you out of money, but if you've been selling products or services online, then you likely have been burned before.
You uphold your end of the bargain and expect others to do the same. Most times they do, but it ...
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Sneaky Price Tricks Your Grocer Doesn’t Want You to Know
When I was teenager I worked in a grocery store, initially as a box boy. Within six months of being hired, however, I was promoted to checker.
Over time I eventually got to work almost all of the jobs in the store including working the deli ...
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I Ordered Some Omaha Steaks; But Were They Worth the Price?
Aside from the vegetarians and vegans of the world, who doesn't love a good steak?
On second thought, there are more than a few vegetarians and vegans out there who, when pressed, will sheepishly admit they love steak too.
I only bring this up ...
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Should You Really Buy a Car Online?
The answer in many ways to a consumer's prayers, buying a car online can circumvent many of the unpleasant aspects of purchasing a new vehicle. On the other hand, this method also bypasses a number of factors key to getting the car you need. Thus, ...
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100 Words On: Why Buying in Bulk Is Not Always a Smart Idea
Although it requires extra storage and higher upfront costs, many consumers buy their groceries and other products in bulk to save money. But that strategy can quickly backfire for those who indiscriminately buy massive quantities of ...
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9 Tips For Managing Your Money During the Holidays
It's easy to go overboard during the holidays; parties, travel, decorations, and gifts can all put a sizable dent in your budget if you're not careful. The good news is you can stay ahead of your holiday expenses with these handy money management ...
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How to Protect Your Financial Info During the Holiday Shopping Hustle
With all the fun and excitement the holidays bring, the last thing you want on your mind is if somebody is robbing you blind out in cyberspace. Protect yourself and your purchases this year -- specifically when shopping online -- with these helpful ...
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18 Facts You Probably Wish You Never Knew About Black Friday
What's not to love about Friday?
I mean, really ... if Saturday didn't exist, Friday would be the best day of the week, bar none.
Let's face it, on any given Friday, it's hard to find anyone in a bad mood; especially after lunch time.
My ...
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Drop the Guilt: How To Splurge Without Breaking the Bank
Is it just me, or do I come off at times as a real financial stick in the mud? Uh huh. That's what I thought.
Look back at my archives and you'll notice I've written plenty of articles about the importance of saving money and spending less than ...
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Outrageous Pizza Delivery Fees Are Here to Stay (and It’s Your Fault)
I love sleight of hand tricks.
Occasionally, a coworker of mine named Fred will stop by my office and regale me with some truly amazing acts of prestidigitation.
I'm always left in awe every time he seemingly pulls a coin out of thin air -- or ...
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Should You Buy a Diamond Engagement Ring from a Retailer or Wholesale?
So you've finally decided to take that next big step and get engaged -- but if you think making that decision was hard, then you're in for a ride, because the most common question that pops into the mind of someone getting engaged is what type of ...
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Don’t Be a Wimp! Here Are 22 Things You Should Always Haggle For
Last weekend I was at a barbecue with a buddy who told me a good-news bad-news story regarding a deal he got from DirecTV for their extremely popular NFL Sunday Ticket service that allows him to watch every out-of-market game during the entire ...
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Be Careful, Priceline Users! Name a Wrong Price and You May Go To Jail
I bet you didn't know Priceline had a jail.
I didn't either until I got tossed into their web-based hoosegow for 24 hours. Heh.
What was my "crime" you ask?
This is kind of embarrassing to admit, but I recently made an offer on a rental car ...
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How Impulsivity Affects Your Financial Decisions
We're all guilty of an impulsive purchase or two; in fact, in four out of every ten stores we visit, we're likely to make an average of three unplanned purchases. Impulsivity -- also known as impulsiveness -- is something that even the most organized ...
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