What to buy and not buy in May 2026
After only a few deals in March and April, May brings a big increase in saving opportunities. From May the […]
Gifts
Ghirardelli Easter chocolate bunny treat turned out to be overpriced and overpackaged
About a week ago, I wrote about whether it was a good idea to buy Easter items at the after
How are your finances?
April is National Financial Literacy Month. It’s a great opportunity for consumers to check and promote their financial situation and skills. For people who have just started earning or have been earning for a long time, every day is a chance to reflect on spending and improve finances.
Should you buy Easter items on sale this year to use for your celebration next year?
Recently, I was reading a frugal living website on tips for saving money for Easter celebrations. One commenter said the
Facts and figures for Easter 2026
One in four people think Easter isn’t going to be affordable this year, according to a survey by WalletHub, a
Facts and figures for Valentine’s Day 2026
Valentine’s Day spending is estimated to be more than $29 billion each year, making Valentine’s Day the third most expensive
What to buy and not buy in February 2026
February isn’t one of the best months of the year to find bargains. However, by looking around and comparing prices,
What to do with all your empty shipping boxes from holiday gifts
Are you tired yet of all the advice we’re getting on ways to start the new year right? It can
What do consumers do with lousy holiday gifts?
A post I wrote recently was on “What Not to Buy for a Gift.” Some items were gym memberships, pets,