For some coupon clippers, there's a new iPad app that syncs up with your membership and loyalty cards. Mashable has the details, but also notes that its range is currently limited to a few supermarket... Read more on Mashable »
No doubt about it, there are many reasons to shop online -- and finding the best cheap deals is a top contender. CBS News makes that challenge a little easier with some helpful, and simple, search... Read more on CBS News »
It's a whole new world for coupon clippers. Time reports on the explosive popularity of group buying via discounted deals and the new demographically-targeted couponing. Put those scissors down... Read more on Time »
You'll find a stew of "how-to" ideas in this post fron Time about living frugally, negotiating money-saving ideas, spurning fashion trends, and more. Read more on Time »
The stated price is $20 but you only want to spend $15. Can the item be yours? Perhaps, says an article on CNN. Try bargaining. If the thought of doing so gives you the willies, read on and learn... Read more on CNN »
For a grab-bag full of money-saving tips, including some that bust a few long-standing myths, check this post from Time -- and then follow the links. Read more on Time »
Strategic shopping is the big thing these days. Knowing how to make the most of coupon deals is getting to be old hat. So here comes CBS Money Watch to tell us which days of the week will get us... Read more on CBS Money Watch »
Some deals seem too good to be true -- and often, they are. The Baltimore Sun urges caution before buying a discount coupon certificate and lists the many ways you can be sure this is the deal for... Read more on Baltimore Sun »
Online group discounts are the new hot thing. Now there's a site targeted to families with young children. Gazette.net has all the details. Read more on Gazette.net »
Clipping coupons is so old-school. The new-school approach, reports WOWT, is a whole lot more efficient. All you need is a smartphone and apps -- browse as you shop or store the coupon on your phone. Read more on WOWT »
Pretty soon some college is going to offer a degree in couponing. It's getting that complicated, folks. Coupon Sherpa is here to help you out with a crib sheet offering tips on how to get the most... Read more on Coupon Sherpa »
You may have no choice these days but to give up some privacy in exchange for the upsides of social media. And one example, writes USA Today, is the growing use of group buying, via a new crop of... Read more on USA Today »
"Think you’re a pretty good Bargain Hunter? How about making it your only way of life for one year. That’s what Josh Stevens has done after getting hooked on the discount website Groupon. The company... Read more on NBC Chicago »
Local is where it's at, folks. And that means finding the best deals in your very own neighborhood. The New York Times reports on a new website that aggregates all the nearby cheap deals. Check... Read more on The New York Times »
Here's how to beat your local supermarket at its own game: read this article from Bankrate.com to learn which pricing strategies the retailer employs and then use that knowledge -- combined with... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Those spendthrift days are long gone, folks. USA Today reminds us that we've become a nation of discount and coupon shoppers, in part thanks to the Great Recession. And, we've finally learned how... Read more on USA Today »
Just in case you're expecting to cash in on federal rebates for a spiffy new energy-saving appliance, you'd better get going. The New York Times reports that the rebates are disappearing in some... Read more on The New York Times »
Our shopping habits have certainly changed in the last two years, but now it's time to change our shopping strategy as well. The New York Daily News notes that aggressive discounting has disappeared, Read more on New York Daily News »
Yes, it is possible to plan a cheap vacation to a far-off and exotic land. WCIV points you to some deals that will make you forget about all those typical tourist spots. It's time to expand your... Read more on WCIV »
Valentine's Day is long past, but there's still romance to be had. So if you're thinking a cheap vacation will do the trick, read these ideas from The News Tribune. Read more on The News Tribune »
Deals, deals, and more deals. That's what you can expect this summer, reports CNN. Vacationers are looking for bargains, and the industry is responding, even in locations not known for their value... Read more on CNN »
If you've run out of ideas on how to live on less, the St. Petersburg Times can help you out. Here are some nifty ideas from readers about stretching the dollar when doing your grocery shopping. Read more on St. Petersburg Times »
You know that green stuff you used to carry in your pocket? Well, it's making a comeback. Why? Because, as Bankrate.com points out, a surprising number of merchants and service providers give discounts... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Class, listen up: Here are some hot ideas for cool (that is, cheap) getaways for spring break. The Los Angeles Times has a roundup of spots that just might get your mind off those papers that are... Read more on Los Angeles Times »
Start couponing and save big time on groceries. Get some tips from this story in the Star Tribune and you may buy so much for so cheap that you wind up giving some away. Read more on Star Tribune »
Volume discounts have been around for years. But Groupon has a new twist on the old concept. As The Chicago Tribune points out, Groupon brings social networking to bear on the art of finding a cheap... Read more on The Chicago Tribune »
Don't leave home without it...no, we're not talking about your credit card, although that's certainly a must. It's your smartphone, which, as PC World points out, can help you save tons of dough... Read more on PC World »
Using coupons to save money on groceries is a time-honored American tradition that has entered the modern age. As WTHR reports, you don't need to clip coupons from your local newspaper any longer. Read more on WTHR »
Planning a trip this spring? Don't be surprised to see airline fares creeping higher and lodging costs edging lower. Hunh? FoxNews explains it all, and then suggests some destinations where you... Read more on Fox News »
Yup, we're starting to spend again. But as Time Magazine notes, we've learned to spend smarter and are not likely to forego these painfully acquired new habits. High unemployment, shrunken real... Read more on Time Magazine »
Don't discount those convenience stores when you're looking for a discount, writes The New York Times. High prices may be guaranteed on certain items, but if you check out the coupons and learn... Read more on The New York Times »
There's no shortage of coupon queens (and kings) these days. But as you add to your stash, make sure they're all legit. The Buffalo News offers some tips to help you sift real coupons from the fraudulent... Read more on The Buffalo News »
Learn to be a smart shopper, advises SmartMoney.com. And that means knowing that items in discount outlets may be excess inventory from top-line brands and retailers, but are just as likely to be... Read more on SmartMoney.com »
One simple click and a whole world of frugal deals and information will open up before you. Stretching a Buck reports on a new website with multiple functionalities that's all about connecting with... Read more on Stretching a Buck »
"Flying is a pain. We all know that. The insane security demands, those preposterous bag fees. It's gotten out of control. So the least the airlines can do is let us fly for cheap, right? And many times... Read more on ABC News »
Ever wonder how frugal the neighbors are? The News Record has a report on a ranking compiled by Coupons Inc. about the coupon-clipping ways of folks in large cities, and a link to the top 20. Read more on The News Record »
Pity the frugal grocery shopper and the family that has to eat those thrifty buys. Not so, says MSNBC, which offers up some tried and true strategies for saving money on meals without scrimping... Read more on MSNBC »
Don't you just get a special thrill when you figure out how to game the system? Here's a tip for besting Priceline.com in your search for luxury lodgings at pauper prices. Thanks to MyFoxDC.com Read more on MyFoxDC.com »
Here today and gone in, oh, 30 minutes or so. That seems to be the rule in the burgeoning world of online sample sales from top designers. With a limited number of items in stock and countless shoppers... Read more on The New York Times »
Beware those money-saving retail come-ons. As Time magazine explains, deals like zero-percent financing and free shipping may appeal to the penny-pinchers among us, but such enticements may actually... Read more on Time »
Remember the days when you clipped coupons from the Sunday newspaper inserts? Well, now you can find great coupon savings online. But beware of scams, warns PC World, which also names several reputable... Read more »
OK folks, it's time to get down to business. You're back at work but you missed the Friday frenzy, so check out these cheap online deals, courtesy of CNET, for that laptop you've been meaning to... Read more on Cnet »
We all know that some of the best deals can be had online. But what you may not know, and a hearty thanks to The New YOrk Times for pointing this out, is that better deals can be had if you take... Read more on The New York Times »
Don't worry about missing that hyped-up Cyber Monday. You've still got lots of opportunity to do your online shopping before that big gift-giving day. In fact, reports the Christian Science Monitor, Read more on Christian Science Monitor »
There's more to social networking than checking up on your friends or finding leads to a cool new job. As Forbes reports, you can now find some great money-saving deals through social networking... Read more on Forbes »
Yet another app for Black Friday that clues you in to the great deals from several dozen vendors. Deal Catcher is the source of this shopping wonder, writes The New York Times, which lets you search... Read more on The New York Times »
Black Firday has finally become an exact science! This Visualizefree calculator from InetSoft is probably the most elaborate and intelligent Black Friday tool out there. You can sort over... Read more on Visualizefree.com »
Online shopping keeps getting easier and easier, especially if you've already joined forces with Apple. CNET reports on two new free apps for the iPhone and iPod Touch that let you shop no matter... Read more on cnet »
Consumers unite! A new portal from Woot lets users vote for the day's best bargains. And then, notes The Washington Post, the site's "algorithm" chooses the winners. Advertisers also get a vote, Read more on The Washington Post »
Sorting the wheat from the chaff is always a chore. So this year CNET has done all the hard work: finding the best consumer electronics deals for that over-hyped Black Friday. Read more on cnet »
The Washington Post built a very cool Twitter aggregation tool to help consumers prepare for their shopping D-Day. The tool features the various Black Friday deals retailers are posting and updating... Read more »
You can't say you didn't know, now that Gizmodo has published a list of Black Friday deals on those all-important consumer electronics. Read more on Gizmodo »
You might as well stay in bed. Those Black Friday deals may start forming in the wee hours of the morning, but by the time you enter the store, you may feel like a sucker. According to CNN Money, Read more on CNN Money »
Now you can comparison shop from the comforts of ... the store. Use your iPhone, scan th bar code, and you get up-to-the-minute info on the best deals, wherever they may be. Techcrunch has the back... Read more on Techcrunch »
We all know that smartphones are smart, but how cheap can they get? Precentral reports you can get an amazingly cheap deal on the Pixi at places like Walmart, Amazon, and Wirefly. The catch? You... Read more on Precentral.com »
Not to be outdone, car/truck/SUV dealers are joining the Black Friday fray. According to CNN Money, you're liable to negotiate a bigger-than-usual discount on that special day. It's a tough choice: Read more on CNN Money »
It's hard to keep all the holes plugged before the biggest shopping day of the year. ZDNet is reporting rumors that Apple's got some huge one-day discounts in the offing. Is it for real? Read more on ZDNet »
If you're heart is set on consumer electronics gifts this year, thank Digitaltrends.com for doing your homework. The site has pulled together a list of some great buys. Don't leave home without... Read more on Digitaltrends.com »
Target's aim with its Black Friday specials misses the iPhone bullseye but comes a bit closer with the iPod touch. You'll find some good deals, but not too many of them. Artoftheiphone.com has the... Read more on artoftheiphone.com »
It's a bit too early to get on line, but here's what Radio Shack is offering on Black Friday. Digitaltrends.com provides the all-important price and product details. Read more on Digitaltrends.com »
Prices are dropping all over the place. Now AT&T Mobility is about to offer two netbooks with a data plan at rock-bottom prices, and cutting the price on its entry-level data plan. Fiercewireless.com Read more on Fiercewireless.com »
The deals are so enticing this holiday season that you almost can't afford not to buy. Laptops and netbooks are expected to be hot items on Black Friday, according to Associated Content, Read more on Associated Content »
Office Depot is now in the Black Friday game. CrunchGear.com provides what seems like a never-ending list of all the items on sale. With so many cheap buys, how do you choose? Read more on CrunchGear.com »
Staying on top of Black Friday deals is no simple matter. So here's a list of sites, compiled by your friends at Cheapism.com, that will keep you in the loop. Gizmodo's Black Friday Deals List
How many stores can you get to in one day? That's the Black Friday challenge, as more and more retailers announce fantabulous discounts on all manner of goodies. CNN Money reports that Target is... Read more on CNN Money »
Let all those frantic shoppers duke it out at the stores. Shop online with Cheapism.com instead and save yourself from the lines, the mayhem, the competition. With the Cheapism holiday gift guide, you'll... Read more on Cheapism Gift Guide »
Forget about those layaway plans, despite what the retailers tell you. You'll wind up spending more for the item, reports Time Magazine, due to fees and restrictions. Practice frugality instead: Read more on Time Magazine »
"A year after an unruly crowd trampled a worker to death at a Wal-Mart store, the nation’s retailers are preparing for another Black Friday, the blockbuster shopping day after Thanksgiving. Along with... Read more on The New York Times »
Walmart thinks it has the answer to Black Friday crowd control: keep stores open for 24 hours on Thanksgiving Day. The catch, according to a Baltimore Sun weblog: you'll have to wait until 5 a.m. Read more on Baltimore Sun »
You might want to carry along some protective armor when you set out for those doorbuster sales in the pre-dawn hours on Black Friday. Hordes hungry for out-of-sight bargains will be rushing to storm the... Read more on Chicago Tribune »
Forget what you think you knew about Black Friday. It's really not the day after Thanksgiving; this year, the date keeps changing. Thanks to an aggressive marketing strategy involving retail giants like... Read more on Wallet Pop »
OK, so you'll save money on airfare and lodging next year. But renting a car? You'll be lucky if you come out even at the end. Delawareonline.com reports that rental car prices have skyrocketed... Read more on Delawareonline.com »
Leisure travelers will have much to revel about as the new year begins. Industry analysts are predicting another year of falling prices and special deals, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. Read more on Philadelphia Inquirer »
Digital cameras are hot this year -- and if one isn't yet on your holiday shopping list, consider adding it now. According to Huliq.com, there will be some great (i.e., cheap) deals on digital cameras... Read more on Huliq.com »
The kickoff to holiday shopping keeps getting earlier and earlier. Consumers have been prowling the web for weeks, searching for the best deals as Black Friday approaches. And this year, reports Thesunnews.com, Read more on Thesunnews.com »
Holiday shopping can be a competitive sport. See how much money you can save on gifts, and then boast to friends and family, with a new iPhone app that tips you off to the best Black Friday deals. And... Read more on Geeksugar.com »
There's no time to waste. Walmart is so eager to jumpstart the shopping season that the megastore is offering some cheap buys starting now. The catch? Huliq.com notes these super deals are only... Read more on Huliq.com »
Get those savings wherever you can. Pro Bargain Hunter posts grocery coupon codes for November, courtesy of Amazon. Read more on Pro Bargain Hunter »
There's good news and bad news for Thanksgiving travelers this year. Hotel rates are cheaper now than they were last year, The Los Angeles Times reports, but airfare will be higher during that travel-intense... Read more on The Los Angeles Times »
There are all kinds of ways to save money these days. Now you can bid at auction for your groceries(!) and spend far less than you would at the grocery store. WKYC reports on this growing phenomenon. "How... Read more on WKYC »
Get ready, get set, ... Here come those holiday bargains, This year, says The Washington Post, the best deals will be found in the consumer electronics aisle. But you need a strategy first, and... Read more on The Washington Post »
Just when you thought exclusivity had died with the economic boom ... A proliferation of invitation-only web sites offering deals on high end goods reminds us just how ingrained are consumers' aspirational... Read more on Forbes »
The value of social networking keeps growing. In a report from USA Today, we learn about the power of group buying -- as in, better deals on goods and services -- when friends, neighbors, and even... Read more on USA Today »
Every little penny saved counts. ProBargainHunter.com connects you to valuable coupons, courtesy of Amazon. Read more on ProBargainHunter.com »
Maybe thrifty shopping is something you've been forced into and you fall asleep with memories of the Macy's vault in your mind, or you feel you deserve a fancy name-brand reward for your years of penny... Read more on The New York Times »
Forget the days of fixed prices. Try these vendor-specific strategies, courtesy of the Associated Press and see how much money you can save. "You've done it at the car dealership, the flea market... Read more on Associated Press »
Bargaining may be an art form, but the Associated Press offers some tips that should help improve your style. Read more on Associated Press »
We all know by now the value of thinking outside the box. So apply that maxim to planning your vacation. MSNBC offers some money-saving advice on when to visit several pricey holiday hot spots. Read more on MSNBC »
Get your coupons now! Savings on groceries is a big deal these days, so don't be shy. Check the offerings, courtesy of Probargainhunter.com. Read more »
Renting a car is so much fun, especially when your web search seems to lead you around in circles. Makeuseof.com has come up with a list of car-rental search sites that should quickly and easily... Read more on makeuseof.com »
Social networking to the rescue -- again. Thanks to a new app update, as reported by appadvice.com, iPhone and iPod touch users can rely on Yelp to steer them to cheap happy hours and other recession-era... Read more on appadvice.com »
Apps galore for the iPhone and iPod touch, reports Macworld.com. And better yet, these new apps will help save you money regardless where you are or what you want to buy. Read more on Macworld »
You're just dying to see the Broadway show, but $150 is a bit steep. So how do you score some tickets on the cheap? Try the TKTS booth, and save yourself some disappointment by reading these tips from... Read more on The New York Times »
For all you cautious but sweating shoppers, your frugality is about to pay off. As The Consumerist reports, the end of summer usually means great sales on air conditioners. So get going while the... Read more on The Consumerist »
Virtual shopping--what a deal! A new web site lets you buy some groceries at discount prices, and then ships them for free. You save time and money, says WalletPop, so don't delay. Read more on Wallet Pop »
Coupons are everywhere these days--and some are downright scams. KABC-TV Los Angeles cautions thrifty consumers to beware of online deals that ask for personal information. Read more on KABC-TV Los Angeles »
More savings for grocery shoppers, courtesy of Amazon. Pro Bargain Hunter lists this month's coupons. Get 'em while they're hot. Read more on Pro Bargain Hunter »
