Smart Consumer Blog
Good Day Chicago: How to Avoid Holiday Debt
Andrea chats with FOX Good Day Chicago’s Melody Mendez about how to avoid going into debt during the busy holiday shopping season.
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Amazon Sales Tax
Amazon started charging sales tax in MN and MD last week, but will the Marketplace Fairness Act soon allow all states to collect sales tax on online orders?
Read MoreGeneric vs. Name-Brand Household Cleaners
The average American family spends on average over $600 a year on housekeeping supplies, or approximately $50 per month. Most of us gravitate toward the name-brand goods, but these products do more than clean our homes — they’re cleaning out our wallets, too!
Read MoreShop Wisely and Save More at Outlet Stores
While outlet stores offer shoppers the chance to scoop up merchandise at reduced prices, many people get overwhelmed by the deals and end up overspending.
Read More25 Gift Ideas for Mom Under $25 + Giveaway
If you’re still struggling to find the perfect present for mom within your budget, I’ve rounded up an array of beauty, fashion and health-related gifts for mom all for under $25.
Read MoreFlash-Sales: Real Deals or Real Hype?
Among the flurry of discount sites and apps introduced to tech savvy shoppers, the flash sample-sale craze has us going ga-ga for luxury brands. But, do these sites promote real deals or is it all hype? Here’s a closer look.
Read MoreDon’t Forget to Return to Redbox
If you’ve ever rented a DVD through Redbox, you know it is an affordable and convenient movie rental service. The big crimson kiosk offers a wide selection of revolving movie choices from action to comedy to family flicks including new releases. You can make an easy payment via credit or debit account by simply swiping…
Read MoreTop 10 Tips for Smart Holiday Shipping
You know it’s the holiday season when the post office has a line out the door and you find yourself using anything you can find as packing material! Shipping gifts in time for Christmas can put an unexpected dent in your holiday budget. That’s why I’ve compiled the following 10 tips for smart holiday shipping!…
Read MoreWhy Stores Care About How You Look in the Mirror
The fitting room is the ultimate stop in your shopping pursuit–it’s where real decisions happen. If the clothes you pulled off the rack fit and you like what you see in the mirror then you are probably going to go home with a new outfit. How you look in the mirror, however, isn’t just a question you’re asking yourself. Stores ask that question, too.
Read More8 Rules for Budget Fashionistas
I’m on a spending freeze for the next few months as my budget recovers from my recent wedding and honeymoon. So far I’m doing pretty well, but I’ll admit I’ve been tempted by the latest fall fashions that continue to flood my inbox. I’m a sucker for boots and cozy oversized sweaters, but my wardrobe…
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