Still Figuring Out Your Holiday Budget? Here’s How Much People Are Spending This Year

Jennifer Nied  |  December 11, 2017

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It also may be the most expensive time of the year. The latest survey on holiday spending from the National Retail Federation confirmed it. According to the survey, holiday spending in the…

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7 Clever Ways To Stop Thieves From Stealing Packages From Your Porch

Brittany Anas  |  December 5, 2017

The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.A record…

11 holiday gifts that will wow for less than $25

Margeaux Baulch Klein  |  December 4, 2017

Whether you need a Secret Santa gift or a last-minute stocking stuffer for acquaintance, we've rounded up 11 holiday gifts that are all under $25.

9 Secrets to Saving During the Holidays That Every Parent Should Know

Brittany Anas  |  December 4, 2017

When we were in the thick of a recession in 2009, I was working as a newspaper reporter. News cycles were filled with stories about foreclosures, businesses shuttering and mass layoffs. When December rolled around, I remember being tasked to…

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Why your Christmas tree might be more expensive this year

Kate Streit  |  November 30, 2017

If you already set out to buy a Christmas tree this year, you might have found it difficult to track one down. Or, if you did find the perfect tree, it might have cost more than you remember paying in…

Costco Reports Q3 Profits Up 12.3 Percent

These are the 20 most popular gift cards of 2017

Tricia Goss  |  November 22, 2017

You have read all of the gift guides. You have browsed, researched and read reviews. You have listened for dropped hints and asked parents, children and significant others for ideas, but you still do not know what to get for…

8 standing mixers you can score for under $100

Haley Otman  |  November 17, 2017

KitchenAid stand mixers are classic, beautiful and too pricey for some. Consider these mixers, all priced below $100, if KitchenAid's not in the cards.

Tired of giving people boring gift cards? Now you can completely personalize them

Augusta Statz  |  November 14, 2017

Knowing exactly what to get every person on your list can be tricky, but a gift card can sometimes feel a little too impersonal. That’s where the GiftNow service comes in handy. This allows you to send a gift card…

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Target: The hottest deals from Target’s Black Friday ad

John Matarese  |  November 6, 2017

One of the “big four” discount stores on Black Friday (along with Best Buy, Kohl’s and Walmart), Target has just released its 2017 Black Friday ad. Target is not joining the anti-Thanksgiving movement once again, and will be opening at…

Walmart Reports Drop In Quarterly Profits

Walmart is throwing thousands of parties in its stores this holiday season

Margeaux Baulch Klein  |  November 2, 2017

Walmart has announced they will be hosting holiday parties at over 20,000 of their Walmart Supercenter locations across the U.S., and we're all invited!

Retail Giant Sears Casts Doubt On Future Of Company

Sears is bringing back its iconic ‘Wish Book’ for the holidays

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 27, 2017

Sears has announced the return of their iconic 'Wish Book', which they previously discontinued in 2011.

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Couple Rakes In Money Shipping Fall Foliage Across The Country

Anna Weaver  |  October 16, 2017

One couple launched ShipFoliage.com and has made a business of shipping preserved New England fall foliage across the country.

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These people are actually saving money by living on cruise ships

Haley Otman  |  June 5, 2017

For some creative minds, a cruise can actually be an affordable long-term living solution. Here's how some are taking to the high seas and saving money.

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More than half of adults are subject to ‘vacation shaming’

Haley Otman  |  May 23, 2017

A recent survey by car rental company Alamo shows more and more people are being "vacation shamed" when they take time away from the office.

6 Amazing International Vacations That Won’t Cost a Fortune

Haley Otman  |  May 19, 2017

Consider one of these six amazing vacation destinations that has the perfect combo of beauty, fun and affordability—without ruining your budget.

6 Delicious Easter Treats You Can Make For $10 Or Less

Brittany Anas  |  April 11, 2017

The cost of celebrating Easter can add up. Don't spend your nest egg this Easter—make these delicious treats for $10 or less.

Obsessed With Hobby Lobby? Here’s How To Save Even More Money At The Store

Bridget Sharkey  |  December 29, 2016

Hobby Lobby is the place to go when you want deep discounts on everything from home goods to crafting supplies, but there are ways to save even more money when you shop at your favorite store. Here are some of the…

Refurbished Electronics: 5 Things To Know Before You Buy

Caitlyn Maloney  |  December 16, 2016

The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Have you…

Parents Are Waiting Hours To Buy Hatchimals—But Are They Worth It?

John Matarese  |  December 5, 2016

The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Is it…

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