Gifts

Tips for avoiding problems with gift cards

Rita R. Robison / December 11, 2015

Gift cards are the most popular and convenient holiday gift, but consumers need to watch out for fake cards and […]

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

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

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

Gift card fees going down, security protections up

Rita R. Robison / November 10, 2015

Gift card fees are on the decline and card security protections are on the rise, according to a Bankrate.com report.

Best wishes on Father’s Day

Rita R. Robison / June 21, 2015

How is your Father’s Day going? I hope you’re able to get together with your dad, if he lives close

This week's top 10 money tips

1. Look for bargains in May on mattresses, appliances, spring clothing, cookware, bedding, and more.

2. Be careful of fees when you use buy now, pay later for purchases.

3. Take a look at these financial terms that people don’t understand, which are costing them nearly $1,000 a year.

4. Spruce up your finances for spring with these tips.

5. Be sure to understand the new requirements for realtor fees because a settlement with realtors hasn’t resulted in the savings expected.

6. Take a look on these details on how Amazon bullies companies in to increasing prices, which costs people more.

7. Beware of debt relief companies that use false claims and charge illegal upfront fees.

8. Be aware Party City is making a comeback by launching inside Staples locations.

9. Pick YouTube TV for live sports and simplicity, or Hulu if you want an all-in-one replacement for both cable and streaming, if you’re trying to decide between the two.

10. Be aware Whirlpool has agreed to a class action settlement to resolve claims that certain refrigerators it manufactured are defective.

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