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Sep 14

Best Airfare for Holidays May Be Available Now

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14 September 2009 / 7:46 am
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If your contemplating travel plans for the holidays, some experts say you may want to start your ticket search and book soon to take advantage of airfare deals before it’s too late. Nationwide, ticket prices are down about 20% from last year, but airlines know more people will fly over the holidays, so the cheap [...]

Sep 11

Solution Side: Free Dry Cleaning for People out of Work

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11 September 2009 / 9:56 am
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Zips Dry Cleaning in Warminister, Bucks County is offering free dry cleaning to people who are unemployed or between jobs. They offer free dry cleaning for up to three garments a week, to keep you looking nice for your next interview. And don’t forget to tune into NBC10 tonight at 5:30 for “The Good News [...]

Sep 11

Tips from the Coupon Diva

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Did you know that you can use coupons, even if you’re receiving food stamps? How about using coupons to pay for college tuition? The Coupon Diva explains…

Sep 11

P&G to Slash Prices and Offer More Savings

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The world’s largest consumer products maker is offering cash-strapped shoppers more reasons to buy its products. This fall, Procter and Gamble plans to roll out deep price cuts, add more promotions, and unveil better products to cater to bargain hunters. P&G is already lowering the price tags on about 10% of its global product line, [...]

Sep 10

AC Among the Best Cities to Haggle Home Prices

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10 September 2009 / 9:02 am
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In Atlantic City, home buyers paid an average of $23,082 less than the list price, ranking it among the best cities for negotiating home prices, according to a report released today by Zillow.com.  Although the practice of haggling is becoming more difficult due to a strong summer selling season, most home buyers are still paying [...]

Sep 10

Solution Side: Saving on Movie Tickets

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Movie tickets are not cheap these days, but there are ways to save. If you’re a AAA member- check their website for discounted movie tickets. Also, Costco offers discount movie tickets in packets of five- there is a shipping charge if you buy them online, but still check it out and ask your local store.

Sep 09

Food Prices Fall, Consumers Feel Some Relief

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09 September 2009 / 8:02 am
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Our grocery bill is finally seeing some relief, as retailers slash prices and pass along savings, thanks to lower gas and ingredient costs. Price tags on dairy, meat, fruits, vegetables and bread have all dropped and overall prices at both restaurants and grocery stores have not risen on a monthly basis, since November 2008. Consumers’ [...]

Sep 08

Group Coupons Gain Popularity on the Web

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08 September 2009 / 8:02 am
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Coupon clipping has become second nature for many conscientious shoppers-  coupons are popping up everywhere- even on your cell phone, and now a new form of coupons called “group coupons” are gaining popularity. Group Coupons offer discounts on restaurants meals, sporting events, spa treatments, golf outings, and other luxury expenses that are often cut from [...]

Sep 07

Solution Side: Coupons on Your Cell Phone

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07 September 2009 / 8:32 am
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Did you know September is National Coupon Month and the 100th anniversary of coupons? That’s a reminder of just how valuable they can be. How far we’ve come from CW Post offering a penny off on Grape Nuts to now, coupons that you can download right to your cell phone. Want to see how that works? Try [...]

Sep 04

NJ to Offer Free Swine Flu Vaccines to Uninsured

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04 September 2009 / 7:25 am
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New Jersey has announced a plan to offer swine flu vaccines for free to uninsured residents, and possibly waive the cost for those with insurance. Vaccines are expected to become available in mid to late October and will be geared toward those most vulnerable including pregnant women, the elderly, healthcare workers and those under 24. [...]