Ken and Daria's Your Money Matters Special Black Friday Edition
Shop Smart and Save BIG!

Shop Smart and Save BIG!

Today traditionally marks “Black Friday” and the start of the holiday rush … but we have a feeling this year will be a little different. The financial crisis has everyone’s pennies pinched and folks are approaching the holiday shopping season with caution.

With that in mind, we’re going to show you how to shop smart, save big and survive the retail madness with your wallet intact. For starters, did you know some of the best sales can be found without leaving your home? Avoid the headaches of the mall and save literally hundreds of dollars just by visiting a few web sites. These savings can make a real difference during the entire holiday season. Get started now with our seven super sites, and keep on reading for more seasonal money-saving tips!

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Looking for Some Unique Gift Ideas?

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Gift Ideas?

Are you checking your gift list twice and coming up empty on what to get for everyone? It’s not always easy to find a present that’s sure to be well-liked and have a meaningful impact on your loved ones … until now! We’ve put together a list of some really unique ideas that we’d like to share with you. These are terrific money-related gifts, both serious and fun, that will keep on giving long after the holiday season is over. Click here to watch our special video for ideas you won’t find anywhere else.

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One Turkey Leftover to Avoid

One Turkey  Leftover to AvoidBesides the holiday shopping rush, the best part about the day after Thanksgiving is all those leftovers! Turkey sandwich, anyone?

Sounds delicious when it’s sitting on your dinner plate, but you want to avoid “turkeys” at all costs when it comes to your money—especially in our rocky economy.

Some salesmen might talk a good game, but most of those money “deals” are designed to squeeze you for every last cent. Steer clear of these top scams.

 
Ship Those Gifts Hassle Free!

Ship Those Gifts Hassle Free!

Ship Those Gifts Hassle Free!Once you’ve done all your shopping, the next hurdle is how to get all those gifts to their recipients.

Luckily all it takes is a little planning ahead to get you and your parcels to your destination in once piece. Here’s how we recommend you do it.

10 Steps to Smarter Shopping 10 Steps to Smarter Shopping

If you do decide to brave the crowded stores today, we suggest paying attention to more than just the sales signs. Everyone wants a bargain when shopping for holiday gifts, but price isn’t the only important consideration. That’s where our 10 Commandments of Shopping come in. Check them out before hitting the mall to make sure you get the best bang for your buck.



Beware the Gift Card Grinch! Beware the Gift Card Grinch!

Gift cards have become a huge staple of the holidays, but all of that may start to change. Nearly $10 billion in certificates go unused each year, and with our struggling economy some stores may not be around long enough for you to redeem them! So how can you avoid throwing money down the drain? Here’s a new look at that old seasonal favorite.



Holiday Travel Survival Guide Holiday Travel Survival Guide

We are in the midst of the busiest travel weekend of the year—in fact, almost 14 million long-distance trips will be made the Sunday after Thanksgiving alone. (Makes us glad that we’re staying home!) If you’re hitting the road this holiday season, we have some tips to help make your journey go a bit smoother.



Which Toys Are Naughty and Which Are Nice? Which Toys Are Naughty and Which Are Nice?

Even though money is tight for many folks, there’s one area that the latest surveys show people won’t skimp on: children’s gifts. If toys are on your list this year, don’t forget to add ‘safety’ on there, too! Check out the four ways to tell which are safe.