1. Check Ads and Apps Ahead Before ever stepping out your door to hit the stores, make sure you check ahead of time to see what is and isn’t for sale. You can check ads and apps about a weak before so that you can plan out where to go and what to get. You will save yourself a lot of time and frustration if you know who is selling what and how many stores are selling the items you plan to purchase, so you have a backup plan in case your first pick sells out. 2. Check Discounts When…
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The current health food mantra is that fresh is always best, but is it? Despite all the diet gurus telling you to shop only the periphery of the store, the freezer section has a lot to offer for health-conscious consumers and busy families alike. From more nutrients and fewer preservatives to less waste and lower grocery bills, read on to discover a few key benefits of frozen meals. No Preservatives Preservatives like sulfates, nitrites, trans fats and BHA have been linked to numerous health problems from asthma to cancer. Even table salt, which is often added in large amounts to…
The holidays are a time of giving, and you may find that you are giving more than you can afford. While you want to let your friends and family know that you love and appreciate them, you don’t have to dig deep in your wallet to achieve that goal. There are some ways to keep your holiday spending on budget. Determine Your Holiday Costs The first thing you need to do is figure out all of your holiday costs. Many people think that gifts are the only expense they have this time of year, but there are other expenses as…
Garage sales are loved by millions of Americans and thrift shoppers worldwide. With National Garage Sale Day arriving on August 11th of this year, it’s important to review a few tips and tricks to ensure you make the most out of your purchases, knowing when, where, and how to shop. Join Online Groups Social media is a great place to learn more about upcoming local and national events. Use social media platforms such as Facebook to join groups of local residents who are likely to have more information about National Garage Sale Day. Many times, users share photos and videos…
Many things can go wrong during the gift-giving season. It’s important to consider returns with every purchase you make. Follow the tips below and make holiday returns less of a hassle. Always Ask For a Gift Receipt Most retailers readily offer gift receipts if you simply ask before the transaction is completed. While you can keep this for yourself, you can also give it to someone along with their gift. During the holidays, the more receipts the better. Read Through the Receipt Receipts are packed full of important information about returns that will help make the process easier if you…
With Christmas right around the corner, everyone is flocking to stores to score the best holiday deals. However, don’t fall into these retail traps. Some items are extremely discounted if wait until after the holidays to purchase them. The last thing you want to do is to overspent and bankrupt yourself on deals you could get for cheaper after the holidays. Winter Apparel Winter clothing is expensive around Christmas time since its peak selling season for apparel. However, if you wait until Christmas, you’ll be able to get winter clothes for cheap. This is because stores are rushing to get…
It’s September, that means; fall fashion is here. The most exciting part of cooler temperatures is finally being able to put on the one article of clothing that can literally tie an outfit together, boots. Boots are dominating the runways this year. Here are some of the hottest boot trends emerging or reemerging this fall. The Sock Boot The sock boot is hitting the runways this year; this trend is backed by various designers and worn by several notable celebrities. This style provides a seamless fit, close to that of a high sock and ends in the toe and heel…