Unused Gift Cards: What Happens If The Company Files For Bankruptcy Or Goes Out Of Business?

If this article about keeping track of unused gift cards has not motivated you to use them, here is some recent news that might...

BOGO: The Truth Behind Buy One Get One Free

BOGO sales -- buy one get one free -- are typically used to lure customers into stores to get them to purchase not only the advertised sale price items but also other items while they are there. Therefore, while BOGO's would appear to be excellent deals, they can also cost you in several ways. Here are some reasons BOGO might not necessarily be a good thing...

Watch Out... They Are Out To Get Your Tax Rebate Check!

Marketers are seeing dollar signs, and they are pulling no punches with ideas on how you can spend your government stimulus check. Here's what to watch for, so you don't get taken by someone telling you how to spend your tax rebate check.

A Word Of Advice Before You Ride That Coupon Train...

Coupon trains are when a group of people gets together in an effort to share discount store coupons. The 1st person -- the conductor -- cuts all coupons from the paper and takes what they need. They pass the other unwanted coupons to the 2nd person who takes what they need from the coupons and then adds their unwanted coupons to the pack... and so on. But are coupon trains legal?

Are Title Loans and Pawn Shops Worth It When You Need Fast Cash?

Title Loans and Pawn Shops... there are other ways to get money fast, you know!

Buying A New Home?... Is Your Realtor Steering You Wrong?

Are you REALLY ready to buy a new home? Are you buying more house than you can actually afford? Are your friends and Realtor trying to convince you to buy more than you need? Don't dig yourself into a hole... Here are a few things to think about before you sign on the dotted line.

$20 Doesn't Buy Much At The Grocery Store Today

I used to be able to get in and out of the grocery store and buy what I need for 20 dollars or less. Not anymore... My how things have changed!

Can You Eat Out On A Budget With 'Good Deals' From Companies Like Restaurant.com?

We printed out some coupons from Restaurant.com. They offer specials when eating out at restaurants in your local area. Will I do it again?... Here's how it went for us.

Before You Buy Something From An Infomercial On TV

Infomercials are very popular for a reason: They work. I've found some problems over the years with buying from TV infomercials. Here's how to fight Infomercial Fever, and what you should know before you buy something from a television commercial.

Do Not Fall For The '10-Day Trial'!

You've seen it... try before you buy, 10-day trial period, try it first. But there's usually a catch! It happened to me. I am telling this story because I am noticing this tactic is being used more and more online. And while many people catch the trick and demand their money back, many do not ever notice.