The holidays are fast approaching. And for many of us, I’ve been spending more time in big box stores and shopping malls than we’d prefer. Many businesses continue to struggle. First, they dealt with the effects of the pandemic a few years ago. But since then, the economy has been up and down, which has…
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Through the years, many retail stores have offered perks for shoppers. Long ago, it was green stamps. Over the past couple of decades, many retailers have established loyalty programs that enable customers to earn points and receive special discounts. Often, these discounts were in addition to their normal sale prices. Some stores even offer price…
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You should take note if you’re thinking about using cash when you’re out shopping this holiday season. Some stores will be looking at your dollar bills closely. Stores like Walmart and Target will no longer accept torn, mutilated, or discolored cash. Retailers are extra cautious since the one-dollar bill still needs to be updated with…
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Banking is in a constant state of change. While checking and saving accounts still perform the same functions, how you access your money has changed over the years. For the longest time, if you wanted to purchase something at a store using your bank account, you’d write a check. However, that began to change with…
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If you’ve walked through a Home Depot or a Lowe’s, you’ve likely seen one of those giant skeletons. They’ve become a sensation over the last few years. Here in Nashville, a few homes keep their on display year-round. They’ve been the hot Halloween decoration, but that may change thanks to TikTok. A new oversized character…
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I’ve been a collector for many, many years. And as any hobbyists will tell you, every item falls in and out of popularity all the time. I found out the other day that trading cards are once again a big collectible. But the hobby took a huge hit last week. And in all my years…
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I’ve noticed recently when I go to the store that more and more items are locked up. Years ago, stores like Target, Walmart, and even Best Buy would sometimes put expensive items behind lock and key. But that sure has changed…
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I have many friends and relatives who are coupon people. I used to be a big couponer, but it takes so much time and effort. I do use store coupons every now and then, when it’s convenient. But sometimes these store coupons make me laugh…
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If you have any credit cards, you’ve probably already had your data compromised…more than once….
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