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Why You Might Find Less Chocolate in Your Halloween Bag

and on October 7, 2026

Cocoa’s price retreat hasn’t reached store shelves yet, while shoppers expect to spend $115 per person and are scouting deals.

Why Secondhand Shopping Is Booming for Americans

and on October 7, 2026

Nearly 40% of surveyed consumers say they sell used goods online, and sellers estimate households have $3,000 to $4,000 in resellable items.

Which Generation Carries the Highest Debt?

and on October 2, 2026

Gen X’s median nonmortgage balance tops $24,700, but the report also shows which generation carries the most auto, credit card and student loan debt.

Why Buy It? More Libraries Let You Borrow Costly Items for Free

and on September 29, 2026

A Dayton resident says borrowing tools, a steam cleaner and other gear through nearby libraries saved her $12,000 in two years.

Rising Costs Are Changing How Americans Give Back

and on September 28, 2026

Survey respondents say unexpected expenses are squeezing donations, but most still give—often by choosing recurring gifts of $25 or less.

The Money-Saving Grocery Strategy Hiding in Your Pantry

and on September 25, 2026

One pantry-first habit, paired with smarter store tactics, could help households redirect as much as $5,000 a year.

Is Your ADHD Making Money Management Feel Impossible? Here’s What to Do

and on September 11, 2026

Impulse buying, forgotten subscriptions, and missed bills aren’t just bad habits — for millions with ADHD, they’re wired into how the brain seeks reward.

Subscription Spending Is Rising Despite Cost Worries

and on September 10, 2026

Subscription spending climbed 7.7% in July even as nearly three-quarters of surveyed consumers said rising streaming prices frustrated them

Travelers Are Swapping Homes Instead of Booking Hotels. Here’s Why

and on September 4, 2026

One platform charges about $500 in service and cleaning fees for a five-day U.S. stay, while hosts earn credits toward future trips

Gas Prices Are Climbing. How It Impacts Your Wallet

and on August 28, 2026

Gasoline has topped $4 a gallon, and higher diesel costs could raise prices for groceries, deliveries, shipping and other everyday purchases.

Walmart Will Use Tariff Refunds to Cut Prices. Will Other Retailers Follow?

and on August 20, 2026

The retailer received $2.9 billion after a Supreme Court ruling, but analysts say shoppers should not expect prices to return to 2019 levels.

Families Are Going to Drastic Lengths to Buy Basic Groceries

and on August 10, 2026

One survey found 30% of shoppers used credit cards for essentials knowing they might not pay the bill in full, while 20% borrowed from friends or family.

I Got New-to-Me Clothing by Swapping With Others

and on July 30, 2026

One writer swapped 16 items for 26 new-to-her pieces — including a designer dress her daughter later found retailing for $218

Sales Tax Holidays Are Coming to 18 States, With School Savings and More

and on July 10, 2026

Mississippi’s tax-free weekend starts July 10, and some states now waive tax on laptops up to $1,500 and even hurricane supplies.

Did Walmart Roll Back Prices Because of Trump? They Won’t Say

and on July 8, 2026

Walmart cut ground beef prices nearly 15%, but won’t say whether Trump’s request or plain economics drove the move.

Supreme Court Decision Could Impact Consumer Safety

, and on June 30, 2026

A 6-3 ruling overturning a 90-year-old precedent strips Congress of power to shield watchdogs like the CPSC from political firings.

Pressure to Leave a Good Tip Is Up. But Tipping Itself? Not So Much

and on June 24, 2026

The average U.S. restaurant tip is now 18.8%, below the 20% most diners assume is standard — and tips at fast-food counters have hit a pandemic-era low.

Young People Are Rejecting Boomers’ View of the American Dream

and on June 15, 2026

A survey of 5,000 adults finds cost of living is the universal barrier, while younger generations trade long-term goals like homeownership for personal freedom and daily experiences.

Cut Your Grocery Bill and Reduce Food Waste Using These Apps

and on June 1, 2026

Two apps — Too Good to Go and Flashfood — help shoppers score groceries at up to 50% off by buying surplus food that stores would otherwise throw away.

Walmart Is Expanding 30-Minute Delivery Service. See Where

and on May 28, 2026

Now available in 33 cities nationwide, Walmart’s speediest option costs Walmart+ members $10 per order — and is aimed squarely at competing with Amazon’s growing same-day push.

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