Black Friday shopping could look different this year, experts say
Economic conditions, past sales and other factors can provide clues about what’s to come.
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What to buy (and skip) on Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2023
Retailers like Amazon, Target and Walmart pushed October sales as an early start to the holiday shopping season again this year.
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Government shutdown looms yet again: What you need to know
The government faces a shutdown as of Nov. 18.
5 moves to prevent more debt this holiday season
Before you shop for the holidays, consider ways to prioritize financial goals and stay within budget.
The busiest days to fly during the winter holidays
The Sunday after Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year.
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Should you buy travel insurance for holiday travel?
Stats show that holiday travel may not be any less chaotic this year. Insurance can help prevent a headache.
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Watch for these 3 Medigap shopping surprises to avoid overpaying
Medicare beneficiaries should watch for shopping surprises when choosing a Medigap plan to avoid paying too much for coverage.
Does a 401(k) employer match tempt you to cash out?
A study published last year found more than 40% of departing workers cashed out at least part of their 401(k)s, and most of those drained every dime.
Mint budget app closing: What it means, how to pick a new service
Intuit Inc. announced that it will shut down Mint on Jan. 1, 2024. The company’s decision to discontinue the popular budgeting app could leave millions of users scrambling to find...
More travelers are using buy now, pay later for holiday trips
Using buy now, pay later means you'll miss out on valuable travel card points and might be paying off your trip through next year.