Author: Jim Gold
Christmas Day and You Forgot the Ham, or Ran Out of Toilet Paper? Don’t Panic
Jim Gold on December 22, 2015
Here’s what’s open on Christmas Day. This year, the options go beyond 7-Eleven and Chinese restaurants if you need something, or want to eat out.
Shopping for a New Job in 2016? Retail Posts Grow, Change
Jim Gold on December 22, 2015
The retail industry employs nearly 16 million people to sell food, clothing, home furnishings and general merchandise to consumers and will be hiring through 2024, officials predict.
12 Awesome Gifts for Kids That Will Also Make Their Parents Happy
Jim Gold on December 4, 2015
There is an abundance of new games, puzzles, software and toys designed to be fun, bolster development and not end up as bits of useless plastic around the house. Here are some of our favorites.
Black Friday 2015: Shopping the Best Deals, Sector-by-Sector
Jim Gold on November 26, 2015
Our guide to the best deals on shoes, clothes, toys, electronics, household appliances and more; plus, which purchases are best left until after Black Friday, and the hot items that will disappear if you don’t act fast.
Black Friday 2015: Hook Up a Video Streaming Player for Just $20
Jim Gold on November 25, 2015
Video streaming isn’t just a luxury anymore. Many players will be discounted sharply, offering access to the wide array of new series.
Black Friday 2015: Expect Sticker Shock When Shopping for Smartphones
Jim Gold on November 24, 2015
Say goodbye to most subsidies and offers of free devices. Merchants are selling with a whole new set of rules.
Black Friday 2015: Clothing Prices Will Plummet as Discounts and Coupons Stack Up
Jim Gold on November 22, 2015
Few products are as consistently discounted on Black Friday as clothing, says DealNews.com. Don’t be tardy to the party, it warns, some sales start early.
Black Friday 2015: Step Into Holiday Shoe Sales
Jim Gold on November 20, 2015
Shoe deals are stellar throughout the season, says DealNews.com, but Cyber Monday often outpaces Black Friday, especially for athletic shoes.
Black Friday 2015: Beauty Bargains Worth a Double Take
Jim Gold on November 19, 2015
Deep discounts on beauty, skincare and grooming products that can bring a special glow for celebrating the holidays.
Black Friday 2015: Tablets Caught in Squeeze, Fueling Great Deals
Jim Gold on November 18, 2015
Expect bare-bones tablets as door busters selling for as little as $20, but beefier models will be marked down, too.
Black Friday 2015: Make a Clean Sweep of Home Appliances, Etc.
Jim Gold on November 17, 2015
No it’s not sexy, but if you need household appliances or kitchenware, you are in the prime season for these purchases.
Black Friday 2015: Apple Store Takes Smallest Bite Out of Prices
Jim Gold on November 16, 2015
Apple iPads will be Black Friday door busters, predicts DealNews.com, but keep watch for Apple Watch discounts.
Black Friday 2015: To Save Money on Toys, Act Quickly
Jim Gold on November 13, 2015
Timing is critical when it comes to the best deals on toys. What’s hot and how to get it.
Black Friday 2015: How to Score the Best Gaming Deals
Jim Gold on November 12, 2015
It is a good time to bulk up your collection with the latest hits. Look for consoles that include free video games. If you have a console, you can get up to 50 percent off recent titles.
Black Friday 2015: Laptops as Low as $100, and Fierce Price Competition at Every Level
Jim Gold on November 11, 2015
Bargain laptops will drop to eye-popping prices of $99 to $149, predicts Dealnews.com, but even souped-up models will be unbelievably cheap this year.
Black Friday 2015: Getting the Best Deal on a TV
Jim Gold on November 10, 2015
Prices for big-screen TVs will drop to affordable levels, while smaller, 32-inch sets will hit the bargain bin, predicts DealNews.com.
It’s ‘Back to the Future’ Day: How the Movie’s Predictions Hold Up
Jim Gold on October 21, 2015
Oct. 21, 2015: Let’s see how well Marty and Doc fit into the real future as shown in the second film of time-hopping sci-fi trilogy. Plus, great ways to celebrate the day.
New Tesla SUV Equipped With Heavy Duty Tax Break
Jim Gold on October 13, 2015
If you can afford the accessory-laden electric vehicle, you may be able to drive it through the “Hummer Loophole.”
It’s Not All Fun and Selfies for Millennials in the Job Market
Jim Gold on October 6, 2015
Young workers portrayed as self-absorbed and coddled are in fact grappling with a tough, rapidly changing world, a new survey suggests. And they need help.
Thousands Cash In on Pope’s Visit
Jim Gold on September 24, 2015
Big corporations and individual entrepreneurs have prepared to make money on Pope Francis’ first visit to the United States.
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