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Department Stores Reveal Top Selling Valentine's Gifts

2:00PM 2/09/2012

JC Penney, Macy's, Sears Holdings, Retail, Shopping

If you've been dilly-dallying on buying something for your sweetheart this Valentine's Day, don't worry: Now that retailers know what the best-selling items this are for the lovers' holiday this year, we can pass that information on to you.

Is an Amazon Store in the Real World a Good Idea?

2:35PM 2/08/2012

By Barbara Thau

Technology, Amazon.com, Retail, Shopping

Soon, you might be able to buy a new Kindle at an actual, brick-and-mortar Amazon Store. The e-commerce giant is reportedly opening its first pilot store in Seattle. It's an intriguing idea, but the real question is: Why would Amazon want to?

Want a Better Used Car? Shop like a Woman

12:00PM 1/25/2012

By John Rosevear, The Motley Fool

Personal Finance, Saving Money, Shopping

Are women actually better at buying used cars than men? LeaseTrader, which runs a used-car marketplace for people who want to get in or out of a lease rather than buy, crunched some data and came to just that conclusion.

Savings Experiment: Post-Holiday Sales

3:00PM 12/20/2011

By C. Lazarus

Savings Experiment, Holidays, Shopping

Soon enough, the holidays will have come and gone. You'll have given, you'll have received; it will then be time to cash in. The best deals fall between Christmas and the new year, so when you go to return those itchy yellow polka-dotted wool socks, get yourself something you'll really enjoy instead. Here are the top five post-holiday purchases.

Savings Experiment: Gift Cards

12:30PM 12/13/2011

By C. Lazarus

Savings Experiment, Shopping

There are approximately $30 billion in unused gift cards sitting in kitchens, wallets, car doors, and sock drawers. Don't be a statistic: Here's how to get cash for, or otherwise make productive use of, your unwanted gift cards.

Savings Experiment: Bagging the Best Deals on Groceries

11:00AM 10/21/2011

By Sydney Parker

Savings Experiment, Food & Drink, Shopping

When it comes to saving money on groceries, using coupons can cut your bill in half. But in this fast-paced digital age, who has time to find the deals? We've consulted the coupon experts to help you save money on food without giving up your social life.

Savings Experiment: How to Get Money for Your Clutter

10:00AM 9/06/2011

By Barbara Thau

Savings Experiment, Lifestyle, Shopping

Want to unload your junk and make a quick buck in the process? Here's a rundown of easy ways to offload all manner of things -- from used electronics and computers to clothes and jewelry -- in exchange for cash and/or store gift cards.

Savings Experiment: Shave a Bundle off Your Yearly Expenses

2:30PM 6/14/2011

By Barbara Thau

Savings Experiment, Shopping

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Yoshi Blade Review: A Lot of Slice, Not Much Dice

8:30AM 3/03/2011

By Lisa Kaplan Gordon

Shopping, Retail, Consumer Ally

The Product: Yoshi Blade The Price: Online offer $19.99 plus $9.99 shipping and handling The Claims: Guaranteed to stay sharp Buy-O-Meter Rating: 4 out of 5

Gyro Bowl Review: Never Spills? Yeah, Right

8:30AM 2/24/2011

By Lisa Kaplan Gordon

Shopping, Retail, Consumer Ally

The Product: Gyro Bowl The Price: Online offer: $14.99 plus $9.99 shipping and handling The Claims: Kid-proof snack bowl. It never spills! Buy-O-Meter Rating: 2.5 out of 5