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7 Tips for Buying a Bargain Engagement Ring; Deal of the Day: Diamond prices are falling, but that doesn't automatically mean better deals. Here's what to look for.
SmartMoney.comYou'd think this summer would be a great time to shop for that diamond engagement ring. The wholesale price of a one-carat diamond fell nearly 4% during the first half of the year, and is 14% lower than last June, according to ...
Car Bargains Now Harder to Drive; Deal of the Day: Auto makers are scaling back deals and incentives on new cars, but there are still ways to save.
SmartMoney.comStrong sales have put auto makers in the driver's seat this summer--which means consumers likely will see sparser deals than the lot-emptying clearances of previous years.
Last-Minute Fourth of July Travel Deals; Deal of the Day: A mid-week Independence Day may mean extra traffic -- and higher prices for travelers.
SmartMoney.comOne might expect fewer travelers to make July 4th getaways this year since the holiday falls on a Wednesday. But it turns out many Americans plan to celebrate their independence with a five-day weekend -- leaving last-minute bookers with ...
Bieber Fever? Get Concert Tickets for Less; Deal of the Day: Summer concert tickets prices are rising. Here are seven ways to save.
SmartMoney.comThe average price of a Justin Bieber concert ticket just hit a chart-topping $376 on the secondary market. But experts say there are ways to get to see the teen phenom -- and other big summer acts -- for prices that don't resemble airfare.
Do Student Computer Deals Make the Grade? Deal of the Day: Early electronics sales for students may prove an expensive lesson.
SmartMoney.comToday marks the first official day of summer, and electronics retailers already have their eye on back-to-school shoppers. But early shoppers this year could end up earning an "F" in bargain hunting.
Solving the Father's Day Gift Dilemma; Deal of the Day: Don't get Dad yet another tie, experts say. Take him to a ballgame or a beer festival.
SmartMoney.comWhat does Dad want? He may not even know. There's no equivalent of flowers for Father's Day, no safe and obvious gift to fall back on. Mom may not be easy to please, but at least she's easy to shop for.
When to Switch to a Prepaid Cellphone; Deal of the Day: No-contract plans are gaining traction for their unlimited data options and lower prices.
SmartMoney.comIt may no longer pay to commit to a cellphone contract. As carriers like AT&T; and Verizon eliminate their unlimited data options and consider raising rates on voice minutes, experts say there's growing appeal for wireless plans that let ...
Bottling Up Wine Discounts; Deal of the Day: Many wineries are raising prices, but consumers can still stock their cellars on the cheap.
SmartMoney.comThe glass looks half empty for lovers of California wine, as many wineries are expected to raise prices in the coming years. But experts say consumers can still hunt down a wide variety of cheap bottles.
Cooling Down Summer A/C Bills; Deal of the Day: Falling rates and a milder summer may help, but homeowners can use other tricks to cut electricity bills.
SmartMoney.comThe dog days of summer may not be as big a burden on household energy bills this year. Natural gas prices are down 46% compared with last year, due to increased supply and a mild winter, according to the Energy Information Administration. ...
6 Ways to Cut Theme Park Prices; Deal of the Day: Many theme parks and resorts are lifting prices for the summer season. Here's how to snag a better deal.
SmartMoney.comUnlike their roller-coasters, theme parks' admission prices are only going in one direction: up. But with a little planning, bargain hunters can still score a deal.
5 New Loyalty Perks for Shoppers; Deal of the Day: Retailers trying to engage with smartphone-toting deal-hunters are sweetening offers.
SmartMoney.comBecoming a card-carrying member of your favorite business's loyalty program is getting more rewarding -- even as many stores ditch the actual cards themselves.
New Of-the-Month Clubs: Worth It? Deal of the Day: Start-ups have moved beyond wine and fruit baskets, but costs often still run high.
SmartMoney.comSome send a pair of shoes each month. Others deliver gourmet marshmallows, bacon or baby food. And then there are the personal grooming clubs, which send a month's worth of moisturizer and other skincare products.
How to Save on 'Free' Airline Tickets; Deal of the Day: "Free" airline reward seats can now come with hundreds of dollars in fees. Here are six ways to cut the cost.
SmartMoney.comAirlines raised the fees on free. In exchange for giving travelers who redeem miles more seats to choose from, carriers are tacking on bigger surcharges.
Cut Travel Costs With Free Gas; Deal of the Day: Hotels can help fund – and fuel -- a summer roadtrip.
SmartMoney.comTravelers may find it easier to budget for summer road trips this year: Not only are gas prices falling, but many hotels are offering to fill up the tank.
7 Ways to Cut Moving Costs; Deal of the Day: Some 70% of home moves happen in the summer, which makes it an expensive time to relocate.
SmartMoney.comPeak moving season kicks off after Memorial Day, when it's easier to get a tan than a van. But while demand and prices rise with the temperature, there are still ways to get a good deal.
Mom's Flowers: Roses or Thorns? Deal of the Day: We asked readers to share photos of the flowers delivered Sunday. Some received enviable bouquets, others wilted blooms.
SmartMoney.comThose who ordered Mother's Day flowers didn't just get mixed bouquets, but mixed results -- if the photos users shared are any indication. Though flowers are the most-purchased Mother's Day gift, experts say it's often hard to get a good ...
Mother's Day: Bouquet Buyers Beware; We tested five online flower-delivery sites, with mixed results.
SmartMoney.comWhen you order Mother's Day flowers online, what you see isn't always what Mom gets. Big-name online flower vendors generally fall into two categories: those that route orders to a local florist for delivery, and those that ship out boxed ...
The Case for Extreme Couponing; Deal of the Day: Shoppers looking to cut their grocery bills may need to expend more effort to get deals.
SmartMoney.comSnapping up a year's supply of toilet paper or tuna fish for pennies on the dollar may seem like an only-on-reality-TV stunt. But as food prices rise, experts say regular shoppers may want to emulate those extreme couponers -- to some ...
How to Make Money Off Your Friends; Deal of the Day: Companies will offer big savings to customers willing to be pitchmen on Facebook and Twitter.
SmartMoney.comCustomers seeking the best deals may have to pester their friends. Some of the latest coupons from retailers and other businesses can only be activated by sharing them with Facebook friends or Twitter followers. And the deals grow even more ...
Bargain Blooms for Mother's Day; Deal of the Day: Flower prices are rising again this year, but experts say there are ways to save.
SmartMoney.comMom may want diamonds, iPads, or even just one lousy phone call for Mother's Day. But chances are, she's getting flowers. Two-thirds of shoppers plan to buy flowers this year, according to the National Retail Federation. Second only to ...
7 Bargain Summer Destinations; Deal of the Day: We look for hotels and rentals for $100 a day.
SmartMoney.comMost years, waiting until late April to book your summer vacation meant missing out on the best deals. But this spring -- thanks to a glut of rentals and un-booked hotel rooms -- experts say it's still possible to score a cheap trip.
Facebook-ing Travel for Better Deals; Deal of the Day: Airlines and travel sites increasingly offer some of their best promotions via social media.
SmartMoney.comRather than just keep tabs on your far-flung friends, social media sites may now help you visit them. Airlines, hotels and travel-booking sites are offering more exclusive sales and promotions to consumers who interact with them on sites ...
7 Tips For Landing Cheap Airfare; Deal of the Day: Airfares are rising as competition dwindles among carriers, but travelers can still find a few bargains.
SmartMoney.comTravelers hoping for a cheap summer getaway may have a tougher time finding one this year. Experts say the rapidly consolidating industry is a key factor.
Getting Green for Old Gadgets; Deal of the Day: Retailers have expanded trade-in programs and recycling options for electronic waste.
SmartMoney.comEarth Day celebrants have some new ways to go green -- and get a little green -- by clearing their homes of old electronics. Electronics retailers and manufacturers increasingly encourage customers to be more responsible with their discarded ...
Home Security -- From the Cable Guy; Deal of the Day: Cable companies have branched out into security systems. Should you sign up?
SmartMoney.comThe same company that provides your home phone, Internet and television services now wants to offer some protection. A growing number of telecom providers recently added home security to their lineup of services. Their interactive systems ...
8 Food Frauds on Your Shopping List; Deal of the Day: What's sold as olive oil, fish, spices and other goods may just be cheap knockoffs.
SmartMoney.comMost consumers know to ignore emails alerting them to foreign lottery winnings and to steer clear of "designer" bags sold on street corners. But experts say even scam-savvy shoppers may be falling prey to fraud at a surprising place: the ...
Airline Card Rewards Take Off; Deal of the Day: Sign-up bonuses are soaring, but experts say deals on the new crop of cards don't always fly.
SmartMoney.comAirline credit-card deals are going sky-high. Sign-up bonus miles for these cards have jumped 20% over last year's 30,000- and 40,000 mile-deals, according to CardHub.com. Experts say new cardholders can now count on earning enough miles ...
Buy a Car, Get Gas Money; Deal of the Day: Free gas now comes standard with some cars. Why that may not always be the best deal.
SmartMoney.comAs anxiety over the price of regular unleaded intensifies, more dealerships are topping off deals on new cars with free gas cards. The latest ad from Seeger Toyota in St. Louis, Mo., offers "100 free gallons of gas" at $4 per gallon -- $400 ...
5 Top Price-Compare Apps; Deal of the Day: With these apps, shoppers can check how in-store prices stack up against those at other merchants.
SmartMoney.comWith fast-ending sales, stackable coupons and online-only discounts, in-store shoppers often have good reason to question whether the price they see is really the best deal out there. More are turning to a growing roster of price-comparison ...
How to Get Gas for $2; Deal of the Day: Efficient driving and shopping tactics can translate to big savings at the pump.
SmartMoney.comGas prices are inching toward record highs, but experts say how you drive and where you buy your groceries can cut the costs of filling up. Prices at the pump currently average $3.84 for a gallon of regular unleaded, 30 cents more than a ...
Breaking Up With Retailer Email; Deal of the Day: Unsubscribing from store emails can be a hassle. Here's what you need to do.
SmartMoney.comSigning up for a retailer's sale-alerts, daily news reports or other online services often takes just a click. But unsubscribing is rarely as easy or fast.
Spa Deals That Pamper Your Wallet; Deal of the Day: Massage prices keep dropping as more spas jump on daily deals sites. But not all offers are equal.
SmartMoney.comGroupon and other daily deal sites are giving spa prices a rubdown. The discounts offered on social media and daily deal sites – often as much as 50% -- are remaking the way spas price services, experts say. "In a nutshell, people have ...
Finally, Loyalty Programs for Saving; Deal of the Day: Some electric companies give reward points to customers who save power.
SmartMoney.comThe newest loyalty programs aren't about air miles flown or dollars spent -- but kilowatt hours saved and energy conserved. A growing number of utilities offer loyalty programs that reward consumers with cash back or points for taking ...
Last-Minute FSA Moves; Deal of the Day: Funds in use-it-or-lose-it accounts may expire in two weeks. Act fast.
SmartMoney.comThose who don't spend the remaining 2011 funds in their flexible spending accounts may be just days away from losing the money altogether.
The Smartphone Data Diet; Deal of the Day: Ways to cut back usage to keep wireless bills from tipping the scales.
SmartMoney.comWith wireless carriers jacking up rates and slowing speeds of heavier users, it may be time for consumers to put their phones on a diet. AT&T; announced Thursday that is will slow download speeds for 3G and 4G smartphone customers who ...
Why Travel Price-Protection Doesn't Fly; Deal of the Day: Travelers can save in the rare instances prices drop after booking -- but not without a fight.
SmartMoney.comBest-price guarantees are taking off in the travel industry -- just as rising airfares and hotel rates make them less useful for consumers. At face value, the pitch is an attractive one. Book airfare, a hotel stay or a vacation package, and ...
Retailers Battle for Mom's Love; Deal of the Day: New parents can reap extra rewards as retailers fight for their diaper dollars.
SmartMoney.comLike rival siblings, stores never stop competing for Mom's affection. The upside for new parents: More deals on everything from bottles to bibs.
Keeping Prying Eyes Off Your Phone; Deal of the Day: Ways to avoid the growing threats to your mobile phone's security and privacy.
SmartMoney.comAccessing personal and financial information on a smartphone can be as reckless as leaving bank statements or credit cards on the sidewalk. But with a few easy protections, experts say phones can be made much safer.
Dialing In on Smartphone Deals; Deal of the Day: Retailers are offering aggressive discounts on the latest models.
SmartMoney.comThe cost of owning a cellphone often comes down to picking the right carrier and plan. But increasingly, where shoppers buy their phone makes a difference, too.
Buying Future Couture Today; Deal of the Day: As Fashion Week closes, some of the hottest trends are already on the clearance racks.
SmartMoney.comAs any fashionista can attest, keeping up with the latest styles can be costly. But retail experts say you can find many of tomorrow's trends on today's sales racks.
How to Skirt New Bank Fees; Deal of the Day: Banks continue to create new fees, but there are some ways to avoid these charges.
SmartMoney.comDespite the growing consumer backlash against banking fees, charges are as rampant as ever. But experts say there are still some ways to outmaneuver the banks.
With Valentine's Sales, Not All Gold Glitters; Deal of the Day: Some tips for picking up that jewelry gift this year.
SmartMoney.comShoppers in the market for a Valentine's Day jewelry gift may find slightly lower prices, but fewer real deals. Spending on jewelry for the occasion is expected to top $4.1 billion, up from $3.5 billion last year, according to the ...
Gold Medal Deals on Olympic Travel; Deal of the Day: The fiercest competition at the 2012 Summer Games in London may be for hotel rooms and tickets.
SmartMoney.comBooking a summer vacation in February may seem premature, but travelers planning to attend the Summer Olympics in London could be fast approaching the deadlines to grab a good deal.
A New Coupon Source: Your Account Statement; Deal of the Day: Next time you check your balance, check out these new ways to save.
SmartMoney.comConsumers typically scan their online checking and credit-card-account statements just to see what they've spent. But these days a closer look may turn up some great opportunities to save -- or more enticements to shop.
Cable TV on the Cheap; Deal of the Day: New cable plans allow subscribers to scale back without cutting the cord.
SmartMoney.comAnalysts project food, airfare and gasoline will all cost more this year. But consumers may be able to shrink one bill: cable TV. While subscribers to fiber-optic service and satellite saw last year's average monthly bills jump 15% and ...
Buying a Super-Bowl-Worthy TV; Deal of the Day: Prices are better than during the holiday season – but experts say not for long.
SmartMoney.comSports fans in the market for a new TV set before the Super Bowl on Feb. 5 may be in luck: Electronics and retail experts say many current TV sales are some of the best ever -- even beating holiday-season deals.
6 Ways to Cut Movie Ticket Prices; Consumers are spending more for 3D, but there are still ways to save.
SmartMoney.comMovie theaters are pushing 3D screenings and fancy new amenities to justify higher ticket prices, but experts say there are still bargains at the box office.
4 Ways to Book Luxury Trips For Less; Deal of the Day: Prices are rising, but experts say travelers can still save big if they make the right moves.
SmartMoney.comDiscounts on luxury travel have been lush in recent years, but travel pros say that window may soon be closing. As consumers find more space in their budgets for travel, hotels are filling up and room rates are rising. Overall, hotel prices ...
Quit Smoking, Save Cash; Deal of the Day: Smokers are burning plenty of cash – and not just on that pack a day.
SmartMoney.comThose who give up cigarettes may see some of their financial obligations go up in smoke. Some of the benefits are immediate: with higher taxes and fees on cigarettes pushing the cost per pack upwards of $10 in some states, a pack-a-day ...
Save Big by Losing Pounds; Deal of the Day: That resolution to get fit may also boost your bank account.
SmartMoney.comPledging to finally shed those pesky 10 pounds -- or more -- could end up saving consumers thousands over the long haul. Experts say even a slight drop in weight can shave $50 or more from insurance premiums, while joining a gym may trigger ...
Keep It or Return It: Luxury Gifts; Deal of the Day: A guide to which of this year's hottest luxury items are worth owning, and which should be taken back to the store.
SmartMoney.comMany gifts fall flat. After tearing off the wrapping paper, the recipient, while cringing inside, struggles to feign delight. In fact, an estimated $46.3 billion of holiday goodies will be returned this year, up 10% from two years ago, ...
4 New Year's Resolutions for Savings; Deal of the Day: Simple pledges to clip coupons or switch banks can save thousands.
SmartMoney.com"Manage debt" and "save money" are routinely among the top New Year's resolutions as tracked by the federal government. Consumers looking to achieve those goals both may find extra help in the form of a few much ...
5 Deals to Look Forward to in 2012; Deal of the Day: European travel, TVs and other goodies may be getting cheaper.
SmartMoney.comConsumers fed up with rising prices on fuel, food and other purchases will be happy to find that some things may actually be cheaper in the New Year.
Keep It or Return It: Toys; A guide to which of this year's hottest toys are worth owning, and which should be taken back to the store.
SmartMoney.comMany gifts fall flat. After tearing off the wrapping paper, the recipient, while cringing inside, struggles to feign delight. In fact, an estimated $46.3 billion of holiday goodies will be returned this year, up 10% from two years ago, ...
Keep It or Return It: Gadgets; A guide to which of this year's hottest gifts are worth owning, and which should be taken back to the store.
SmartMoney.comMany gifts fall flat. After tearing off the wrapping paper, the recipient, while cringing inside, struggles to feign delight. In fact, an estimated $46.3 billion of holiday goodies will be returned this year, up 10% from two years ago, ...
5 Top Shopping Tips of 2011; Cheaper e-books, more mobile coupons and other deals that became more prevalent this year.
SmartMoney.comFaced with a holiday spending hangover, many consumers will likely resolve to spend less and save more in the New Year. Fortunately for those looking to be smarter shoppers in 2012, many of the trends we've covered the past 12 months ...
Troubleshooting Holiday Travel; Deal of the Day: Bad weather may be on the way. Here's how to avoid getting stranded.
SmartMoney.comThe appeal of a white Christmas may wear thin for those travelers planning to fly over the holiday weekend. Meteorologists are already warning of potential travel problems. The storm behind blizzards in the Midwest is currently moving east, ...
The Best 11th Hour Gifts; Deal of the Day: Shipping deadlines have passed, and malls are crowded. What now?
SmartMoney.comBy now, shopping procrastinators who want to purchase an actual gift may need to consider a virtual one. Those braving battling the last-minute sales at stores may find deals, but experts say only in certain categories such as outerwear, ...
Best Sales for Last-Minute Shoppers; Deal of the Day: Procrastinators may have missed out on many of the best deals, but certain items are still being heavily discounted.
SmartMoney.comWith only a handful of days left til Christmas, experts say last-minute shoppers may still find sales -- but on a smaller selection of items.
3 Tips For Early Adopters; Deal of the Day: Buying first isn't always buying smart. For those who must, here are ways to mitigate the risks.
SmartMoney.comAs owners of the Chevy Volt, Kindle Fire, iPhone 4S and Jawbone Up have discovered in recent months, being the first on the block to own a brand new product may carry some extra risks.
4 Gifts That Keep On Taking; Deal of the Day: These 'presents' often end up costing the recipient as much -- or more than -- the giver.
SmartMoney.comThe age-old maxim that "it's better to give that to receive" may be doubly true for some gifts. With consumers curtailing spending amid high unemployment and sluggish economic growth, buying a pricey gift this holiday season ...
4 Cheap Post-Xmas Getaways; Deal of the Day: Travelers who act fast can find a few bargains for late December travel.
SmartMoney.comThe week between Christmas and New Year's Eve isn't known for big travel deals, but travel pros say consumers who act soon may still find some cheap escapes.
Holiday Entertaining on a Budget; Deal of the Day: Money-saving strategies for throwing a bash you can still afford.
SmartMoney.comIt costs a lot more to eat, drink and be merry this Christmas season, putting a real crimp on holiday party hosting. Food costs, for instance, are expected to jump substantially. Consumers will spend an estimated average of $96.75 on ...
5 Tips on Holiday Tipping; Deal of the Day: What to give to whom -- even on a tight budget.
SmartMoney.comTipping is often the first thing to get cut from the holiday gift list when the economy is acting like Scrooge. Last year, 39% of consumers didn't tip their cleaning person compared to 34% in 2009, according to the Consumer Reports ...
8 Ways to Trim Christmas Tree Costs; Deal of the Day: How to get a lush tree for the price of Charlie Brown's reject.
SmartMoney.comDecking the halls can be an expensive proposition, but Christmas tree shoppers have plenty of options for finding a good deal, experts say. Despite reports of droughts stunting growth on Texas and Oklahoma farms, Christmas tree pricing ...
The Rising Cost of Free Shipping; Shoppers must spend more this holiday season to avoid a charge.
SmartMoney.comShoppers may have more incentive to buy online this year: the sales are as big as -- if not better than -- in-store offers and many retailers are offering free shipping. The catch, say experts: Shoppers have to spend a lot more.
Black Friday Now a Week Long; It's not just one crazy day of sales anymore. What to shop for, and when, through Cyber Monday.
SmartMoney.comThere may be just one Black Friday -- the day after Thanksgiving -- but retailers are offering deals pretty much every day this week. "It's become Black Friday Week," says Deborah Mitchell, executive director for the Center of ...
Give to Charity, Get a Deal? Deal of the Day: Retailers and deal sites offer more promotions with a charitable bent.
SmartMoney.comAs shoppers gear up for the holidays, they may find that getting a deal increasingly involves giving to charity, too. Experts say retailers, daily deal sites and other businesses are running more promotions this year that entail an up-front ...
How to Save on Thanksgiving Day; Prices are rising on everything from brussels sprouts to the bird itself. Here are some strategies will help soften the blow.
SmartMoney.comThanksgiving dinner keeps getting more expensive. The cost of ingredients for the average meal for 10 people is up 13% from last year, to nearly $50, according to a supermarket survey by the American Farm Bureau Federation. Turkey prices ...
How To Unwrap Birthday Deals; Deal of the Day: Shoppers may receive more birthday offers as retailers expand tracking.
SmartMoney.comShoppers may soon get more birthday presents from retailers than their relatives. Free gifts and birthday discounts are one of the oldest reward program benefits, and many companies offer them, says Kelly Hlavinka, a managing partner at ...
More E-Books Now Are Free-Books; E-readers plummeted in price, and now many e-books have too.
SmartMoney.comRetailers are betting that cheap e-readers will help them sell more e-books. That may be true, but readers also have many new options for free or very cheap e-books.
Best Days of the Week for Discounts; Timing is everything when it comes to really low prices.
SmartMoney.comWhat's the best day to shop? That depends on what you want to buy. Retailers often pinpoint specific days of the week for their deepest discounts on select items. "You can see significant differences on a day by day basis," ...
How to Beat Winter Heating Bills; Consumers face higher costs this year, but there are still ways to save.
SmartMoney.comIf the storm that dropped up to 30 inches of snow from Maryland to Maine over the weekend is any guide, this winter could mean lots of snow -- and with it, higher heating bills. But experts say there are still ways to keep energy costs ...
Snow Forecast: Great for Slopes, Bad for Bargains? Skiers who wait to book could see fewer seasonal deals this year.
SmartMoney.comSkiers in search of good conditions are likely to find them in abundance this year, with heavier-than-usual snowfall forecast for the Rockies and other resort destinations. But all that snow could obliterate some of the usual ski-season ...
New Enticements to Switch Banks; Deals can be tempting, but they may not be worth the hassle of changing financial institutions.
SmartMoney.comAs consumer outrage over bank fees reaches a fever pitch, financial institutions are rolling out new ad campaigns, sign-on bonuses and other marketing to entice you to make a bold leap -- and switch banks.
Save on Your Next Smartphone; Smartphones are getting cheaper, but those discounts might be offset by pricey data plans.
SmartMoney.comSmartphones have become the tool of choice for comparing prices and finding deals, and now the handsets themselves are increasingly a bargain.
How to Deal With Daily Deal Sites; The pros and cons of the offers you can refuse.
SmartMoney.comOur inboxes are now so flooded with sales pitches from various daily deal sites -- really, another discount on pole-dancing classes? -- that companies are having to experiment with new tactics to grab consumers' attention.
The Not-So-Scary Halloween Spending Plan; Shoppers have more opportunities for cheap candy and costumes this year.
SmartMoney.comThere's nothing to be done about pint-sized zombies and princesses on the doorstep, but shoppers may be able to avoid big Halloween bills this year.
How to Beat Rising Holiday Airfares; This year, waiting to book for Thanksgiving travel carries a steeper penalty.
SmartMoney.comThis Thanksgiving, procrastinating travelers have little to give thanks for. Flying home for turkey is already more expensive this year, and getting pricier by the day.
Locking In Holiday Deals With Layaway; Deal of the Day: Budgeters can take advantage of early deals, but it can still be expensive.
SmartMoney.comA combination of earlier-than-usual retail sales and slim store inventories could make layaway an unusually good deal this year. For a fee of up to $10, stores including Best Buy, Sears and Kmart permit shoppers to make regular payments on a ...
6 Offbeat Warehouse Club Savings; Clubs raise the price of membership, but less-publicized perks may offer extra savings.
SmartMoney.comAs joining a warehouse club gets more expensive, would-be members may need to look a little further than multi-packs of frozen pizza and bulk packs of paper towels to decide if the annual fee is worth it.
How to Swing Baseball Playoff Tickets; There are plenty of cheap seats left this post-season. Here's how to find them.
SmartMoney.comBaseball fans: go ahead and root for the underdogs. They're making tickets cheaper this playoff season. Although tickets to regular-season baseball games have become cheaper in recent years, post-season prices are always a toss-up: ...
A Cheap Shot Against the Flu; Deal of the Day: Believe it or not, flu season is already here. Here's how to save cash on the vaccination.
SmartMoney.comWhile thwarting the flu has gotten cheaper for consumers this year, many are still likely to overpay for their seasonal flu shots. Under Affordable Care Act provisions that took effect last year, many insured consumers won't pay ...
A Better Way to Buy Wine; This harvest season, more wineries are discovering social media, online shopping sites.
SmartMoney.comWine lovers looking for a great deal on that prized bottle of Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon should skip the liquor store. In their increasing effort to sidestep wine shops and distributors, wineries are turning to a surprising online ...
The New Fall Shopping Guide; Retailers' summer optimism makes for better sales after consumer confidence plunged.
SmartMoney.comRecent market volatility and an uncertain economic outlook may be enough to make shoppers renew recession-era vows of frugality. They may get some help from a surprising place -- retailers once again struggling to drum up sales.
Now at Your Local Bank: Hurricane Specials; In affected states, cut-rate loans for homeowners who hustle.
SmartMoney.comSo you survived the hurricane. How about a loan? That's the nothing-if-not-timely pitch from at least two banks now offering "hurricane specials" -- discounted loans for consumers in mid-Atlantic states hit by Hurricane Irene ...
Luxury (Now) Within Reach; Makers of high-end goods are trying new tactics to attract budget buyers.
SmartMoney.comWhile the market upheaval and economic uncertainty has encouraged many people to tighten their budgets, shoppers lusting after that "it" bag, a first-class airline seat or a pricey car may now find those luxuries are more ...
4 Fast Ways to Save Money Now; A free-falling stock market can make everyone more frugal. How to find the extra cash in your budget
SmartMoney.comThe falling market – and the economic uncertainty that comes with it – has even the most frugal looking for new ways to save. Many of the easiest ways to do so may not even require that much sacrifice.
For Spenders, the Down Market Has an Upside; Market woes may lead to significant deals and discounts on travel, cars and other big-ticket items
SmartMoney.comAfter watching the markets fall, it may be hard to consider spending the money for a fancy vacation or a new car. But if history is any guide, the correction of 2011 could lead to some good deals -- for those who still have the stomach for ...
Guide to Summer Auto Sales; Sales aren't as generous this year, but there are still some sweet deals.
SmartMoney.comDealerships' loud, fast-talking "everything-must-go" sales have been a long time coming this year. Now that they're here, shoppers will find deals on some models will be sweeter than others.
Finding That Last-Minute Getaway; This summer, renting a vacation home has gotten a lot easier -- and cheaper.
SmartMoney.comWith just a few weeks left before Labor Day, last-minute travelers are finding deals in an unusual place: vacation rentals. Finding an affordable four-bedroom on the beach -- or in the mountains -- is no longer as daunting as it was a year ...
The Best Airlines for 5 Types of Fliers; Here's how to find the best deals on low fares, comfy seats and other travel must-haves.
SmartMoney.comCramped seats, pricey fees, hours spent waiting on the tarmac -- there's plenty to gripe about air travel these days. But it could be that you're just flying with the wrong carrier.
NFL Fans: Don't Blitz the Box Office -- Yet; Ticket prices have soared since the lockout ended, but deals will get better as the season wears on.
SmartMoney.comNow that the NFL lockout is over, fans can go ahead and rush the box office for tickets. But those who can wait may score the best deals. Since the owners and the players ended their stalemate on Monday, NFL ticket prices have soared on ...
Major League Discounts On Baseball Tickets; This summer, the cheap seats are even cheaper.
SmartMoney.comBaseball fans have long griped about the cost of a day at the ballpark, but this season, it's easier than ever to get a discount -- even from the teams themselves.
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