Bob Niedt
Bob is a Senior Online Editor at Kiplinger.com. He has more than 40 years of experience in online, print and visual journalism. Bob has worked as an award-winning writer and editor in the Washington, D.C., market as well as at news organizations in New York, Michigan and California. Bob joined Kiplinger in 2016, bringing a wealth of expertise covering retail, entertainment, and money-saving trends and topics. He was one of the first journalists at a daily news organization to aggressively cover retail as a specialty, and has been lauded in the retail industry for his expertise. Bob has also been an adjunct and associate professor of print, online and visual journalism at Syracuse University and Ithaca College. He has a master’s degree from Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and a bachelor’s degree in communications and theater from Hope College.
Latest articles by Bob Niedt
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17 Deal Sites and Tools for Finding Online Shopping Bargains
Ease the hassles of shopping online by using these resources that will do the deal hunting for you.
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Best Foreclosure Sites for Finding Properties
Making Your Money Last Wondering how to find foreclosed homes for sale for your next residence or to flip for a profit? These websites will guide you to foreclosures and real estate-owned properties to buy.
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12 Good Reasons to Cancel Amazon Prime
Amazon Prime The giant retailer has had a year of ups and downs, leaving many wondering: Do I still need Amazon Prime?
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How Much Does Amazon Prime Cost (And Is It Worth It?)
Prices are climbing and Amazon Prime membership fees are no exception. Are you still getting your money’s worth? We look at the benefits and ways you might pay less.
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11 Worst Wedding Gifts for Newlyweds
Smart Buying When it comes to wedding gifts, it’s not just the thought that counts.
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Costco Photo: A Kirkland Signature Perk Gets the Boot
Costco already removed photo centers and services from its warehouses. Now, the online Costco Photo Center is being scuttled.
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What to Put in a Safe Deposit Box
home These valuables and documents, along with some items you hold dear, should be stored securely at your bank.
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Drone Delivery Takes Off for Amazon, Walmart
Communities are already seeing items delivered by drones from Amazon Prime and Walmart.
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Things You’ll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit Box
savings Locking up certain important documents and valuables in a bank vault could turn into a headache for you or your heirs.
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Amazon Business Prime: An Amazon Prime Exclusively for Small-Business Owners to Get Deals
The Amazon Business Prime program offers targeted discounts and deals for small businesses. Like Amazon Prime, it's subscription-based.
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Holiday Returns: Guidelines and Latest Return Dates for Most Major Retailers
In a year where holiday shopping began unusually early, expect unusual return dates and policies, some of them quite generous. But know what you’re getting into.
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Amazon’s Tip My Driver Program Gets New Life
A fresh infusion of $1 million for “Alexa, tip my driver” means you can once again tip your delivery driver $5.
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Christmas Toys at the Last Minute: Amazon Has a Secret Shop Loaded With Deals
With fast Amazon Prime shipping, procrastinating shoppers could still get huge bargains delivered by Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.
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Walmart, Target, Kroger Offering Families Inflation-Fighting Holiday Meal Deals
Walmart, Target, and Kroger offering families holiday meal deals to help shoppers battered by crippling grocery costs. But the deals won't last long.
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Sluggish Holiday Sales Could Usher in Huge Last-Minute Discounts
Retailers are seeing sales fall in the weeks before Christmas. Will they be forced to slash prices to draw shoppers during Christmas week?
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Best Things to Buy at Dollar Tree (and Other Dollar Stores) for the Holidays
shopping Dollar Tree shopping is the way to go to find holiday bargains. Other dollar stores are also deal havens, and Walmart has stepped up its less-than-a-dollar game, too.
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Amazon Pickup Locations: Thwart Porch Pirates, Secure Packages, Earn $10
Protect your precious and valuable gifts by having them shipped to an Amazon Hub Locker or other sanctioned location instead of your front porch.
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A New Amazon Returns Location: Staples
A pilot program makes Staples another place for customers to drop off Amazon returns for packaging and shipment.
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Disney Plus Streaming Service Adds Cheaper Service — With Ads
Get Disney Plus for less — cheaper options for subscribers seeking Mickey Mouse and Baby Yoda will cut streaming bills while giving Disney a lift.
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Amazon Prime Video Regains HBO Max
After a brief departure from Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max is back.
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Amazon Prime Grocery Outlet: A Secret to Saving on Groceries
Amazon Prime Grocery Outlet is a hidden gem for shoppers looking to save on grocery products through Amazon offers and deeper discounts on pantry items.
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Walgreens Delivery: Same-Day Delivery Now 24/7
Need that Advil and Diet Coke right now? The pharmacy giant is the first of its kind to offer 24-hour same-day delivery.
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Amazon Health Care Has a New Virtual Clinic: Amazon Clinic
Amazon’s latest foray into health care is Amazon Clinic, offering retail customers treatment for a range of ailments. But don’t expect to actually see anyone.
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Amazon vs. Walmart: Who Has the Cheaper Grocery Prices?
A study finds Amazon handily beat Walmart for the lowest prices on food and consumables. In other categories, things tightened up.
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