Before blowing money unnecessarily in the shopping-crazed days ahead, consider the deal-finding wisdom of Mark Ellwood, author of the new book Bargain Fever: How to Shop in a Discounted World.
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The Grocery Store May Be on Its Death Bed
So-called ‘click and collect’ may be the future of shopping for groceries
‘Fricking Ridiculous’ NFL Stadium Seat Fees Cost Thousands — But Fans Pay Up
Free Shipping Wars Already Heating Up in Battle for Online Holiday Shoppers
Too Many Casinos: Looks Like We’ve Reached Gambling Saturation
Even as more casinos open around the country, there are indications that gambling revenues are leveling off—that we’re reaching a saturation point, with too many casinos for everybody to win.
Gas Prices Are About to Hit New Lows
By Halloween — and perhaps much sooner, if the federal shutdown dampens demand significantly — consumers are likely to see the cheapest gas prices so far this year
Fast Food Drive-Thru Trend: Slower Service
It’s not your imagination: Service in the fast-food drive-thru lane really has been getting slower. For consumers and restaurant chains alike, that may not be a bad thing.
Sub-$30,000 Mercedes Is Going to Cost More Than Advertised
After months of hype, the new “brand-extending” CLA line from Mercedes-Benz hits dealerships this fall, with a base sticker price starting at $29,900. But can you actually buy one for under $30,000? Um, no.
Drinkers, Stoners & Insomniacs Wanted as Fast Food Expands Late-Night Menus
Diners with the munchies after midnight have more fast-food options than ever—and they’re becoming wilder and more gluttonous than ever.
Bargain Hunters Are About to Have the Best Weekend Ever
Thousands of museums around the country are offering free admission on Saturday, and thousands of coffee shops are doling out free cups of Joe on Sunday.
It’s Target Versus Amazon in the Battle for Moms
Target wants its moms back. This week, Target rolled out a new diaper-delivery plan and a family friendly on-demand video streaming option. Both services are aimed at wooing moms—in particular, moms who might otherwise give
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Black Friday Is Facing Extinction
Is Black Friday dying? More evidence is showing up indicating that the day after Thanksgiving is not the best day for finding deals. Some retail experts are even forecasting that Black Friday will disappear as an American …