Not so long ago, Black Friday was a gruesome battle for savings. In the U.S., people impatiently waited for retailers to open their doors. The violent frenzy led to injury. On rare occassions, a few people passed away. The build up to the mayhem comes from marketing and a bit of luck. Ads and commercials... Continue Reading →
End of Summer Savings Advice and Fall Shopping Tips
Thrifty shoppers know that the perfect time to shop for seasonal clothes are transition months. September is the transition from summer to fall. If you've noticed malls, boutiques, and online stores are usually a season ahead. Retailers advertise transition months in four ways. Lookbooks: Today, designers add lookbooks to their websites. These lookbooks showcase that... Continue Reading →
Friendly New Year Reminders
This year December 31st fell on a weekday. That might make it feel like any other day for some of us. Holiday Pay isn't guaranteed. In order for people to take full advantage of their days off, somebody has to work. If you're not doomed to clock in this week, here's a few things that... Continue Reading →
Top 10 Black Friday Tips
It's officially November. At this point, it is socially acceptable to prepare for Christmas. If you plan to join the Black Friday Madness, you will need a plan. Don't worry, I have your back! If your new to the game or finally got off for Black Friday, you are going up against some seasoned pros.... Continue Reading →