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, […]
Holidays
How does your city rank for people keeping their New Year’s resolutions?
I’ve never made New Year’s resolutions. It’s difficult to change habits, so I use other methods when I want to
Did you spent too much for the holidays?
The holidays have come and gone but the results of holiday shopping season are now evident. Many people have unwanted
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
Have you been sweeping up pine needles during the holidays?
When I went to visit my niece in early December, they had an artificial tree for the first time. “At
Are you financially ready for 2026?
Happy New Year. The New Year is a good time to take a look at your finances and determine if
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,
How are you doing on Christmas Day?
Best wishes on Christmas Day. Christmas Day, celebrated by about 88 percent of Americans, is a day of celebrations, gatherings,
How to return holiday gifts
About a third of American consumers returned holiday gifts last year. Hopefully, you kept your receipts and aren’t on a long