valentines day

Are we a nation of secret spenders? Without a doubt! As Valentine's Day nears, researchers have crunched the numbers to find out what Americans are -- and aren't -- disclosing to their partners when it comes to spending. The bottom line, according to experts, is that many of us don't do such a hot...

With Valentine's Day almost upon us, you've probably given some thought to just how much money you're going to spend to show your sweetie how much you care. But if the only money question in your relationship is whether to spring for that big box of chocolates, you could be headed for trouble down...

Roses are red, violets are blue. If you want to impress your valentine, it'll cost more than a buck or two. Pity you then, poor college kid, who has little to spend for Valentine's Day, but still wants to acknowledge that someone special. With Compare and Contrast's help, you can find the best...

Take your sweetie out to a tasty Valentine's Day meal without breaking your budget by using Restaurant.com coupon code LOVE, which squeezes 80% off a $25 restaurant gift certificate (that normally sells for $10). The coupon code makes each $25 certificate just $2. It expires Feb. 14, 2011, at 11:59...

With Valentine's Day less than a week away, it's time to start amping up the romance. Luckily, you don't have to spend a ton of cash to get into the holiday spirit. These apps will help you avoid broken hearts without breaking the bank: Love Songs- 100 Greatest of All Time: Set the mood on the...

When Cupid slings his arrow, it can hit you right in the wallet. What's the economically challenged lovebird to do? Well, luckily, a sense of humor is still free. Here are some tips -- and some what-not-to-do's, including some of Ed Begley's ill-fated money-savers.

With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's time to start planning a romantic evening. A bottle of wine is a great addition to any date, but the cost of quality adds up. WalletPop found the best ways to score deals on wine for Valentine's Day. WineTasting.com is offering $75 worth of wine for $35...

As humorist and author of "It's Not That I'm Bitter," Gina Barreca (right) puts it, Valentine's Day is ripe for wrong turns, especially if you're attempting to cover your bases on a budget. Here are her helpful hints about what to avoid in the gift department, with the caveat that these rules apply...

Guys -- planning to get your honey a nice box of chocolates this Valentine's Day? According to a new study, you'd be better off scheduling weekly sex, because women prefer sex over chocolates. The study, by Saatchi Wellness (an offshoot of the PR firm Saatchi & Saatchi) and Time Inc.'s Health...

During the harsh winter of 2011, many of us are too comfortable in front of the fire with our cocoa to go out foraging at the mall for bargains. That's a huge mistake! February is when merchants clear out old stock to make room for the new; the cold weather gear in favor of stuff for spring. So...