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What are the shipping deadlines for Christmas this year?

Rita R. Robison / December 10, 2015

Christmas is approaching fast, so it’s important to make sure your gifts are in the mail in time to make […]

Looking to save money on your Medigap policy before Dec. 7? Don’t fall for high-pressure ads

Rita R. Robison / December 3, 2015

My mailbox is being flooded with ads about switching my Medigap policy to a Medicare Advantage plan, a prescription drug

Today Is Giving Tuesday

Rita R. Robison / December 1, 2015

Following Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday, Dec. 1, is a time to stop and think

Is Cyber Monday as bad as shopping on Black Friday?

Rita R. Robison / December 1, 2015

On Monday, I posted an article listing companies that were offering up to 60 percent off on everything on Cyber

Happy Cyber Monday shopping

Rita R. Robison / November 30, 2015

It’s Cyber Monday. Are you shopping? Companies on the web have launched sales of up to more than 50 percent

Best and worst retailers for Black Friday deals in 2015

Rita R. Robison / November 23, 2015

Following Thanksgiving celebrations, millions of consumers will flock to American stores looking for big savings. This year, the National Retail

What not to buy on Black Friday

Rita R. Robison / November 23, 2015

As Black Friday approaches, millions of shoppers across the country are reading the ads and getting ready to line up

What to buy on Black Friday

Rita R. Robison / November 23, 2015

Black Friday, possibly the largest shopping day of the year, is known for big savings and huge crowds. The number

Store hours for Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday

Rita R. Robison / November 22, 2015

Photo: Gridprop Wondering what stores will be open on Thanksgiving? Need information on what the store hours are for your

This week's top 10 money tips

1. Be aware you’re entitled to a refund if your flight is canceled, including for fuel shortages, and you don’t take the airline’s rebooking.

2. Strategize for the future with these family financial planning tips.

3. Watch out for “buy one get one free” offers that may not be a good deal.

4. Lower your internet bill without sacrificing speed.

5. Check the store’s app/online before buying, compare prices in-store, and use online pricing for pickup or price matching to save money.

6. Use these tips to avoid investment scams.

7. Take a look at this list of the cars with the most and fewest recalls.

8. Be aware millions of Capital One customers may be eligible for a payout after a judge approved a $425 million class-action settlement against the bank.

9. Check out this list the best states for working moms.

10. Watch out for scam advertising on Meta platforms, including Facebook.

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