Hot Shopping Tips

Hot Shopping Tips

By Lisa Lee Freeman and Mandy WalkerBusinessKids & Family
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Hot Shopping Tips episodes

  • 15: Slash the Costs of Back-To-School, Office & Craft Supplies!
    Backpacks for $5 and school supplies starting at just 15 cents! You can find amazing deals if you know where to look. In Episode #15, we give you the best tips for cashing in big during back-to-school sales. Plus: A new warning about chemicals in your kids' food. Great new freebies for AmEx card holders. A safety warning for female shoppers. (Hint: Wear pants to the mall!) And where to get the best deals on electronics.
    26 min
  • 14: Ten hacks to get the best deals on cars & avoid repair ripoffs
    What is it about car dealerships and repair shops that makes everyone feel on edge? Maybe it's because you know that you're probably going to get ripped off. In Episode #14, we'll tell you how to outsmart sneaky car mechanics and dealerships to get the best prices on repairs, maintenance, loans, and leases. Anthony Giorgianni, an investigative reporter who has covered auto ripoffs for years, reveals the dirty secrets that could be costing you thousands of dollars. Also: Why now is a great time to join Costco; a dangerous new way to buy a pet; and disturbing news that all home buyers need to know.
    28 min
  • 13: How to make money with your credit cards—and save too!
    In Episode #13 of Hot Shopping Tips, we'll tell you how to use your credit cards to get freebies, cash, and other goodies. That's right—credit cards usually empty out your bank account but we're going to show you how you can turn the tables and rake in hundreds of dollars in perks and money. Plus, we cover the truth about "unlimited" cell phone plans; the dark side of rewards apps; how to get deep discounts on tickets to Disney World, Six Flags, Universal Studios, and other theme parks.
    27 min
  • 12: The best new ways to save big on airfares, hotels & other travel costs

    In Episode #12, we're doing a roundup of our favorite money-saving travel tips! Plus, we cover easy ways to get money for your old smart phone, tablet, computer, and other electronics; what you need to know about hand-scanners at grocery stores; which organic veggies and fruits you can safely skip; and what to do about the latest data breaches to guard against ID theft.

    24 min
  • 11: How to get a better deal on pet supplies, cars, & movies, too!

    In Episode #11, our main topic is slashing your pet costs! We reveal easy ways to cut your spending on your critter's food, medicine, and toys. We also discuss some safety concerns about pet toys. (For more ways to save, check out our podcast Episode #7 on pet insurance and ways to cut vet bills). Plus: How to get a great deal on a car with fewer dealership hassles; new charges at MoviePass, and competing movie-theater subscription services worth a look; and an easy way to get money back when the price of something drops after you buy it!

    22 min
  • 10: 9 hacks for colossal savings at TJ Maxx, Marshalls & Home Goods!
    If you love to shop at TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and Home Goods as much as we do, you'll LOVE Episode #10! We share 9 insider savings secrets every shopper should know! Plus: When to shop to get a great deal on TVs; we test out Poshmark, a great app for selling and buying clothes and accessories; and how to get the best deals on hotels and plane tickets.
    30 min
  • 9: How to cut your biggest cell-phone costs

    Way too many of us have dealt with the financial and emotional costs of a lost, damaged, or stolen smart phone. In Episode #9, we'll tell you what you need to know about cell-phone insurance policies. We'll reveal what they cover, what they don't, and how to get the best deal if you take the plunge. Plus, do you always get the best price on Amazon? A simple trick for saving hundreds on auto insurance. How to really check your credit report for FREE—no hidden fees. And the best and safest sunscreens.

    28 min
  • 8: Dollar-Store Savings Tricks Even The Pros Don't Know
    In Episode No. 8, you'll learn our favorite hacks for spotting the best deals—and avoiding the duds—at dollar stores. Plus, why you should put freezes on your credit-bureau accounts NOW; the risks of returning too much stuff on Amazon; how to benefit from rising interest rates; and what you need to know about price-protection apps that give you refunds when the prices of stuff you buy drops.
    29 min
  • 7: Why pet insurance might—or might NOT—be worth it!
    If you have a pet, the fear of facing a major vet bill is always in the back of your mind. In Episode #7, we'll talk about when pet insurance pays and when it doesn't. We also talk about what you can do instead to cover—and cut down—big vet bills. Plus: How to take advantage of some cool new perks for Amazon Prime members: A safety warning for the owners of cars with push-button ignitions.: One thing you should always look for on vitamin and supplement labels.
    20 min
  • 6: Psst! An Industry Insider Reveals How To Get Great Deals on Spa Services

    Want deep discounts on facials and massages? In episode 6 a licensed massage therapist, Peter Heimuller of Cloud 9 Therapeutic Massage, tells you how to get 'em. He also shares tips on checking out spas, what to look for in the fine print of massage chain contracts, the ingredients to avoid in spa products, and how to use HSA and FSA accounts to pay for massages! Also in this episode: How to avoid payment app fraud; upcoming changes to online sales tax charges; and the best time to book summer travel.

    26 min

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Hot Shopping Tips, hosted by consumer and financial pros Mandy Walker and Lisa Lee Freeman, is all about getting the best deals on everything—from clothing and cosmetics to cars and credit cards (and…