By: LaTina Emerson on November 26, 2008 - 5:52pm - Add new comment
The free online coupon site, FabulousSavings.com, has launched a new section of its website with 2008 Black Friday sales and Cyber Monday specials.
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FabulousSavings.com has created a resource with Cyber Monday and Black Friday deals for 2008 to ease your financial stress during the holiday shopping season.
By: LaTina Emerson on November 25, 2008 - 10:24am - Add new comment
Are you hunting for bargains on gifts for your children or loved ones? Several local stores have already started their holiday sales.
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If you want to get a head start on the holiday shopping crowds, many retailers have already started offering discount prices. At several stores, current advertised prices end on Wednesday.
Target:
Hot item: Board games for $4. Remember these games? Candy Land, Chutes and Ladders, Let’s Go Fishin’. Not only were they fun, but they’re on sale! Your kids will love these games as much as you enjoyed them.
By: LaTina Emerson on November 24, 2008 - 10:38am - Add new comment
Do you think it’s possible to cook Thanksgiving dinner for a family of four for less than $30? ALDI wants to show you how.
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ALDI is making it possible for shoppers to save money without compromising their holiday traditions. The discount grocery store chain offers a complete Thanksgiving meal for a family of four for less than $30, which is 30 to 40 percent less than other supermarkets, according to a corporate press release.
Here’s what your Thanksgiving meal could include:
By: LaTina Emerson on November 21, 2008 - 2:31pm - Add new comment
The South Carolina Aquarium is offering a discount to visitors in support of the Toys for Tots toy drive.
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This weekend, from Friday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Nov. 23, participants are invited to buy one adult admission ticket and receive either $15 off Aquarium Membership or $10 off a second full-price admission ticket with the donation of a new, unwrapped toy.
By: LaTina Emerson on November 21, 2008 - 2:22pm - Add new comment
Disposing of your personal information properly can prevent the possibility of identity theft. On Saturday, two local agencies are willing to help you dispose of your personal documents.
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An Identity Theft Shred Day, co-sponsored by the Brad Raborn Allstate Agency and Augusta Data Storage, Inc., will be held in the parking lot of Raborn’s Allstate offices at 4490 Washington Road on Saturday, Nov. 22.
By: LaTina Emerson on November 20, 2008 - 12:10pm - Add new comment
If you have a tight travel budget, fund your trip with hotel rewards points.
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Hotel rewards programs are becoming increasingly popular and flexible. Some companies are relaxing restrictions and offering bonuses under their programs as they attempt to fill rooms and boost loyalty among their customers. However, it’s important to check the details, according to the Associated Press.
By: LaTina Emerson on November 19, 2008 - 4:18pm - Add new comment
If you’re going out of town for Thanksgiving, using smart packing techniques can help you save money, especially if you’re flying.
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Many airlines are charging for your checked luggage on flights, but you can also be billed extra money if your bag is too heavy. Follow these smart packing techniques from Mori Luggage & Gifts to prevent overweight fees at the airport.
By: LaTina Emerson on November 18, 2008 - 11:51am - Add new comment
Do you want to hold a party but your funds are low? A local coffee shop is providing an opportunity to win free party space.
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Casa Blanca, a new coffee café in the White’s Building in downtown Augusta, is holding a drawing for free space for a group party or special event.
The space can accommodate 120 people. It also has a mezzanine and indoor/outdoor patio area. Casa Blanca can also serve as a romantic setting for two or a holiday gift.
By: LaTina Emerson on November 17, 2008 - 4:14pm - Add new comment
Golden Corral restaurants across the United States are offering veterans a free meal today.
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On Monday, all 485 Golden Corral restaurants in 41 states will provide a free dinner buffet and a drink to all veterans of the U.S. military. This includes veterans of the National Guard and Reserves. No identification is required, according to the Associated Press.
The event is Golden Corral’s eighth annual “thank you” dinner. The North Carolina-based restaurant has provided more than 1.8 million free meals to veterans.
By: LaTina Emerson on November 17, 2008 - 11:55am - Add new comment
If you eat out for lunch everyday, you’re spending a lot of extra money on food. To save money, consider bringing your own lunch to work.
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At most fast food restaurants, value meals are priced, on average, about $5 per meal. If you multiply this by five days a week, that’s $25 you’ve spent for one meal. For an entire month, this totals $100.
If you eat at dine-in restaurants, you can easily spend much more. What’s the remedy for your wallet? Bring your own lunch.
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