Shopping
Sinners Beware the Shopocalypse!
Are you addicted, conflicted, hypnotized and CONSUMERIZED by the demon monoculture of materialism? PRAISE the Lord and put away your credit cards, people! The Reverend Billy Talen-head of the Church of Life After Shopping--is here to SAVE you... ➡
The (Female) Cost of Living
It sounds almost silly: A survey of drug store goods, in the January issue of Consumer Reports, found that items aimed at women tend to cost more—sometimes 50% or 60% more. What's disturbing is how pervasive and financially poisonous the... ➡
3 Reasons to Avoid Outlet Malls
Outlet malls lure shoppers with the promise of designer goods at fire sale prices—but many don't deliver bona fide bargains, so beware. Here are three ways outlet malls tempt you to spend: That looong drive. Consumer research shows that with most... ➡
Tell Us Your Holiday Survival Plans
Dear Readers, Your 40+ responses to Amanda's post last week ("Amanda's Money Coma") have inspired us! Given the interest so many of you showed in Amanda's own dilemma, we think it's time to open the floor. We're planning a series of future... ➡
5 Affordable & Healthy Grocery Buys
What’s a budget-conscious grocery shopper to do? There are obvious tips like ‘buy fruit in season when it’s cheapest,’ and ‘shop the sales,’ and ‘always shop from a list.’ Even if you’re not shopping the sales, you can still eat well without over... ➡
My Spending Hiatus So Far
Today's guest blogger Jenny Newcomer is a busy mom of 2 and the founder of LobotoME {eco-friendly organizational products} - For more information visit at www.LobotoME.com. Today's guest blogger, Jenny Newcomer, is the creator of LobotoME... ➡
Plan Your Next Splurge
Need $10,000 to renovate your kitchen? How about $2,000 to buy a new computer? Big expenses happen. Here's a way to save for large, one-time, non-budgeted expenses: Set up a separate savings account (try ING DIRECT (9/9/09 APY: 1.3%),... ➡
To Buy or Not to Buy
This morning, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. April Lane Benson, psychologist and author of "To Buy OR Not To Buy: Why We Overshop and How To Stop." We're thrilled to bring Dr. Benson into our mix.Amanda: Why did you write this book?Dr.... ➡
