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61 Stores That Won’t Be Open on Thanksgiving Day 2021
Smart Buying Is Target open on Thanksgiving? Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving? Is Costco open on Thanksgiving? What about Best Buy and others? We’re tracking dozens of major retailers that are taking a break on November 25.
By Bob Niedt Published
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Virtual Numbers Make Cards Safer
Technology Some mobile wallets offer this feature, which randomly generates virtual digits that are linked to your credit card.
By Rivan V. Stinson Published
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Goodbye 3G Service
Technology Providers are hanging up on 3G. While 5G promises better and faster service, you need new devices to take advantage of it.
By John Miley Published
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Spending Like It’s 2019
Smart Buying Setting spending targets and using budgeting apps can help tame the urge to live it up (now that we can again).
By Emma Patch Published
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Car Buying for Beginners
Buying & Leasing a Car Haggle over the price of the car and the terms of the loan to keep your monthly payments in check.
By Michael Korsh Published
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Should I Use Credit or Debit?
Basics Credit cards offer more protections and rewards, but debit cards reduce the temptation to overspend.
By Emma Patch Published
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Negotiate a Better Deal
Smart Buying For a price break on a number of products and services, all you have to do is ask. But first read up on tactics the experts use.
By Daniel Bortz Published
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New Buy Now, Pay Later Options
Smart Buying If you’ve been considering a BNPL plan, make sure the credit card in your wallet doesn't already have you covered.
By Rivan V. Stinson Published
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Supply-Chain Woes Cloud Holiday Outlook
Making Your Money Last Problem number one: Not as much stuff is being made. Problem number two: It’s having a hard time getting to stores and warehouses.
By Bob Niedt Published
Making Your Money Last