Hot Shopping Tips

In Episode #35, we tell you how to save on practically anything. The secret is to learn how to be a better negotiator. Whether you're a haggling wimp or an old pro, we promise this episode will give you some new tricks to try in stores and at flea markets, car dealerships, outlets, and even online! We also cover: Why drinking fruit juices might be bad for your health. Big sale items in February (mattresses, appliances, humidifiers, and more). Plus, what not to buy this month.

In Episode #34, we talk about something all of us fear: Thieves getting a hold of your personal info and then destroying your credit! The good news is that there are simple things you can do to protect yourself from the growing threat of ID theft. We cover nine basics that all shoppers should know in this episode. We also discuss: The secrets of secret shopper scams. Cool new retailer augmented reality technology that make it easier to shop for furniture, glasses, clothing, makeup, and more.

In Episode #32, we rave about our favorite stuff you can get for nothing, nada, zippo! Because what could be a better deal than free? Our freebie list includes fashion stylists, beauty makeovers, coffee, pancakes, pizza, frozen yogurt, greeting cards, tax prep and software, and a lot more. We also cover: How to save big bucks on sheets, towels, TVs, and a lot more; and life-changing electronics that will blow your mind, including a folding machine!

In Episode #31, we talk turkey about credit card debt because it's the big turkey in the room when it comes to shopping—especially after the holidays. You can't get a great deal on anything when you're paying interest on everything. If you know someone who needs help with their balances, please encourage them to listen in as well! Plus, we talk about how to shop smarter for food and eat healthy in the New Year. We're excited to help you save money and shop smarter in 2019!

When you're at the grocery store, do you look for foods that say "natural," "multigrain," or "fat free" on the label? How about "gluten free," "light," or "reduced sugar"? Well, those products might not be as good for you as you think! In Episode #30, we tell you how to outsmart food labels so you can save money and your health! Plus, we cover how to avoid getting tricked by counterfeits when you're shopping online.

We tell you easy ways to save big bucks—and keep your family safe—by shopping smarter for food, and storing smarter, too! We waste about a pound of food per person each day in America. That's about 25% of what we buy. And if you're trying to eat healthy and buying more produce, odds are you waste even more. The USDA estimates that the grand total each American family wastes on food is $1,500 a year!

We share some of our favorite places to go online for amazing gifts, whether you're shopping for the holidays, birthdays, Valentine's Day, or an anniversary. All of the sites we rave about have a nice selection under $25. Each one also has its own personality—ranging from sweet and salty to outright weird! We also gab about: How to outsmart stores and find the real deals. The best way to protect yourself against data breaches. A new member of the TJ Maxx family of stores that we love.

In Episode #27, we share our all-time favorite shopping apps. They include both mobile and browser apps that save you money in stores and online. They're all super easy and fun to use—and, well, if you're not using them you could be missing out on hundreds of dollars a year in savings. In this episode, we also cover: Why we're not crazy about the alkaline water craze. Smartphone shopping scams. How to check on charities to make sure they deserve your dollars.

In Episode #26, you'll learn how to quickly find the best deals on the stuff you want. We'll also share essential shopping sites and apps and credit-card perks you don't want to miss. And we reveal our take on the top trends of the season, including amazing gift-card deals at Costco, Walmart, and Target. Plus: How to avoid outrageous hotel fees. A shocking caller-ID scam that can clean out your bank account. Nice perks you can get for shopping local. Amazing wine and booze bargains.