Author: Gael F. Cooper
21 Holiday Gifts to Make the Season Warm and Cozy
Gael F. Cooper on December 11, 2019
Check out these new and inspired products for people of all ages to celebrate the season in comfort and warmth.
9 Stores That Relax Their Return Policies for the Holidays
Gael F. Cooper on December 6, 2019
Here’s a holiday gift from the retail world.
Never Buy These 9 Things on Black Friday
Gael F. Cooper on November 28, 2019
It might be the biggest and craziest shopping day of the year, but not everything is priced to move on Black Friday.
21 Thrift Store Gems You Can Cash In On
Gael F. Cooper on November 25, 2019
Here’s what to look for at that overstuffed thrift store — and how you can make money from it.
28 Things You Should Never Pay For — and How to Get Them for Free
Gael F. Cooper on November 24, 2019
From entertainment to education, if you know the tricks, you can save big.
These 9 Dumb Clothes Shopping Mistakes Will Cost You
Gael F. Cooper on November 20, 2019
If you’re not careful, you could fall into some common traps.
Never Buy These 19 Things Online
Gael F. Cooper on November 19, 2019
The internet has changed how we shop. But for many things, you’re still better off buying the old-fashioned way.
States Where the Gender Income Gap Is Biggest and Smallest
Gael F. Cooper on November 18, 2019
Gender inequality still exists, but women fare far better in some states than others.
Quitting Cable? Here Are 5 TV Services That Launch in 2020
Gael F. Cooper on November 17, 2019
Whether you like super-short entertainment or classic films, there’s a new streaming service for you.
8 Things I Always Buy at Costco
Gael F. Cooper on November 10, 2019
From bacon to birthday cakes, here are my favorite deals at the popular warehouse store.
Never Put These 8 Things in a Microwave Oven
Gael F. Cooper on November 3, 2019
A microwave can be a busy cook’s best friend. But heating certain things in a microwave can cause disaster.
17 Things You’re Keeping for No Reason — and Should Toss
Gael F. Cooper on November 3, 2019
Face facts: These things are just taking up space.
14 Jobs That Are a Good Fit for Veterans
Gael F. Cooper on November 1, 2019
Military experience can translate to a number of rewarding civilian careers.
My Favorite Amazon Purchases From 22 Years of Shopping There
Gael F. Cooper on October 26, 2019
Yes, I’ve been shopping on Amazon since the 1990s. These are among my most beloved buys.
8 of My Favorite Things to Buy at Target
Gael F. Cooper on October 20, 2019
I grew up shopping at the original Target store and am a lifelong fan. Here are my favorite purchases.
12 Super-Simple Ways to Stop Blowing Money
Gael F. Cooper on October 18, 2019
Here are a dozen easy tricks to help you save on everything from water to gasoline.
How Much It Costs to Rent a 1-Bedroom Home in the 49 Biggest U.S. Cities
Gael F. Cooper on October 18, 2019
Renting has its pros and cons, but some cities are a lot more expensive for apartment dwellers than other areas.
22 Purchases You Should Never Skimp On
Gael F. Cooper on October 13, 2019
With some items, it makes sense to pay a little more rather than hopping on the lowest price.
The 8 Best Things to Buy at Restaurant Supply Stores
Gael F. Cooper on October 6, 2019
You don’t have to be a chef or a restaurant owner to shop here.
16 Products That Were Invented by Accident
Gael F. Cooper on October 2, 2019
Sometimes mistakes are happy accidents, like those that led to products from penicillin to Popsicles.
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