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The advantage of shopping on Cyber Monday
The waiting. The mad dash. The empty-handed retreat. This could mean you’ve either tried to make a soufflé or tried to brave the crowds on Black Friday. If, however, you’ve perfected the art of the soufflé, rest assured that you can give up shopping the day after Thanksgiving, as Cyber Monday is around the corner!…
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Best Buy’s best buys of the season, week three
Norelco Rechargeable Cordless Razor With LED display, Aquatec seal, and DualPrecision heads, this cordless razor is the perfect stocking stuffer for your stubbly hubby or your BGF (best guy friend). $80 Samsung Galaxy Tab Tablets are the hottest gift under the tree this year, and Samsung’s Galaxy tab is no exception with its Android 3.1…
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Holiday shopping safety tips
For extra-safe brick-and-mortar shopping: Use the buddy system and shop with a friend. You are more likely to become a target if you are alone. Park your car in a well-lit area and keep track of where it’s parked. This will get you in your car and on your way faster. Be careful what you…
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Best Buy’s best buys of the season, week two
AT&T’s HTC Inspire Mobile Phone This phone is sleek and efficient with 4G speed, Wi-Fi, touch-screen display, 8.0 MP digital camera and an MP3 player. With its ease-of-use and amenities, this phone is ideal for teens and busy moms alike. Free with two-year contract. Sony Cyber-shot 14.1 MP Digital Camera Capture the best of…
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Walmart workers threaten to strike on Black Friday
Workers upset over Thanksgiving opening With people around the country gearing up for one of the biggest shopping days of the year, Walmart workers are threatening to strike on Black Friday. Black friday walkout? According to news reports around the country, Walmart workers in as many as 1,000 locations could begin striking as early as…
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Holiday gift ideas for animal lovers
Personal pet photo blanket A simple picture of a favorite pet can be turned into a soft, plush 50-by-60-inch personal blanket. It features up to two lines of personalization, and you can choose the color, too. Available at Personal Throws, $100. Luxury hammock seat cover The AutoSport seat cover protects your back seat from hair,…
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How to curb overspending during the holidays
“This is a very difficult time of the year to stick to a budget, and the reasons are numerous and complex,” says Leslie Greenman, a financial advisor and author of the new book Dating Our Money: A Women’s Guide to Confidence with Money & Men. “One of the biggest reasons is that women tend to…