Shopping

  • Is an Ikea Kitchen Cheap Enough to Be Worth the Hassle?

    The average kitchen remodel costs about $20,000, according to HomeAdvisor, although costs vary considerably based on location, square footage, extent of the project, quality of materials, and who does the work. One way many homeowners try to save is by…

  • More March Deals You’d Be Mad to Pass Up

    This week’s merchandise matchups offer savings of 50 percent or more and feature some standout deals for spring breakers headed to the beach, a digital delight from the Easter Bunny, and a pair of fashion deals that take already deep…

  • Amazon vs. Target: Which Subscription Service Is Best?

    Many household essentials — toothpaste, laundry detergent, toilet paper, and the like — must be replenished regularly, which means frequent trips to the supermarket or pharmacy. For products like this, subscribing to home delivery through Amazon or Target can save…

  • 10 Cheap Ways to Make Your Outfit Look More Expensive

    The right accessory here and quality fabric there can make a bargain hunter look like a regular Fifth Avenue customer. Here are 10 budget-friendly tips for achieving high-end style, none of which require shopping at a luxury store.Related:Try Fashion Week’s…

  • The ‘Other’ March Madness: 50% Off Deals for Bargain Hunters

    Fifty percent off … it has such a nice ring to it, particularly when browsing steals on designer brands such as Vera Bradley, Michael Kors, and Beats. Let the sports fans jockey over their fantasy final four ballots; here some…

  • 5 ‘Don’t Miss’ Deals to Start Spring Right

    As winter snow gives way to spring rain, today’s deals include gear to keep people dry, organized and, um … caffeinated? Oh, and if spring break is on the calendar for this month, we’re throwing a little shade in classic…

  • 10 Stealthy Self-Defense Tools Under $20

    Dangerous situations can arise at the most unexpected moments. Whether you’re out late at night or walking unfamiliar streets, a small personal safety tool can go a long way toward…

  • 10 Things Under $25 to Make Spring Break More Fun

    Many people look forward to spring break, but perhaps no one relishes the time off more than college students escaping the library stacks. If a sunny destination beckons this year,…

  • Try Fashion Week’s Top 10 Spring Looks for Less Than $25

    On the Fashion Week runways, models strutted designer looks including bright patterns, Victorian-era frocks, and bold vintage styles. Don’t be disheartened if a dream outfit doesn’t fit your budget. Here…

  • Leap Day Deals for $29 or Less

    In anticipation of a day that comes only once every four years — including this year — take advantage of deals that are almost as rare as Leap Day itself.…

  • 11 Deals That Could Turn Out to Be Lifesavers

    Buying emergency and survival gear is not much different from buying insurance. You hope you never need the items, but you will be glad you have them when you do.…

  • 9 Presidents’ Week Deals You’ll Actually Want to Buy (No Mattresses or Tires!)

    With many retailers extending Presidents’ Day savings and sales through the end of the week, we thought it would be helpful to share some of the news. Rather than the…

  • Ikea Shopping: 10 Ways It Can Cost More Than You Expect

    Ikea’s brand image is happy, hipster families living in ultra-modern style, eating Swedish meatballs and cinnamon buns around an easily assembled coffee table. In reality it takes a little more…

  • 10 Secrets to a Budget-Friendly Korean Beauty Routine

    Facial skin takes the brunt of the elements — hot or cold, wet or dry — and is worth extra attention. South Korean skin care is known for an elaborate,…

  • Don’t Fly Without These 10 Cheap Travel Accessories

    Even with the chaos of the holidays dissipating, air travel is rarely hassle-free. It’s typically fraught with crowds and general unpleasantness. To make the experience more comfortable, carry these 10…

  • How to Get Cheap or Free Condoms

    Not sure you want to see the words “cheap” or “free” and “condom” in the same sentence? Get over it. While a 36-pack of Trojans runs upward of $25 at…

  • 10 Defensive Shopping Tactics

    One of the best ways to save money at the store is to be prepared. Especially during the holidays, it’s easy to be swept into a shopping frenzy –- the…

  • Do Stores Price Match on Black Friday?

    As shoppers line up and count down the hours before stores open on Black Friday (or on Thanksgiving, depending on the store), some will come prepared with ads — but…