Ship to store is an option that more and more big box stores are trying to push. And while I see the benefits for the store, I don’t see the upside for you and me. Once they have your money, how much more focus will they be placing on customer service? The COVID-19 concern and…
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Over the last few years, the use of curbside pickup has become more of a focus. Many places, like grocery stores, and restaurants have started relying on these customers. And lately, I’ve noticed a big change in these store parking lots…
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In life, we’re all looking for that special sauce. Now for some, that’s just a figurative search. But for others, the search is literal. Today, I truly am searching for something saucy…
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Like many, I do my best to be a smart consumer. I can spend hours researching items that I’m looking to buy. Thanks to the internet, we have access to more data than ever before. Of course, we can sometimes find too much information…
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Every week when we go to the grocery store, we find something new that is missing from the shelves. Of course, this is because of COVID-19. I just read about yet another shortage, this time in the produce aisle. And naturally, that has me asking questions…
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We’re all used to rising prices at the grocery. Even though we don’t like it, it’s a fact of life. COVID-19 caused many producers to hike prices over the last 6 months. But they’re not done. Soon, you will see a big jump in prices in one grocery aisle. And the reason is interesting…
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The pandemic has been difficult for everyone. As much as I love shopping, I really haven’t done much since March. And for me, I don’t mind online shopping but it’s not the same. When I do shop online, I spend a lot of time comparison shopping. But I’ve noticed even that is getting tougher to…
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If you have kids, you’ve likely heard a lot of PlayStation talk in the last few weeks. The PS5 was just released a couple of weeks ago, and most kids will want one. But from what I read, Santa won’t be making everyone happy this year…
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Since I’m a big guy, I often have to do my clothes shopping online to find my size. And recently I’ve noticed that many stores are really pushing loungewear. I remember when they used to be called sweatshirts and sweatpants…
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Without a doubt, the holiday shopping season will be very different this year. Many wonder what Black Friday will look like. In fact, many stores are already offering up early Black Friday deals. And we’re still 3 weeks away…
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