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I had a co-worker send me an email the other day that was about purchasing American made products.   It was actually one of those emails that made me go… hmmmm…. When purchasing Made in the USA I am one of those that has this preconceived notion that whatever the item is will be more expensive.  [...]

At this time of the year invariably gift giving is on everyone’s mind and when you don’t know what to get someone the first thing you think of is gift cards.  A staggering $25 Billion (that a B) is expected to be spent on gift cards this year by the American consumer.  The problem with [...]

It looks like eBay has figured out a way to get sellers to pay a final value fee (FVF) on shipping charged for an item.  Today on their pages and in an email message sent to sellers we learn that eBay is not finished trying to alienate sellers as it tries to turn the auction [...]

As Earth Day (04/22) approaches, the city of Seattle is making the news with their announcement this month of a PLAN to begin taxing paper and plastic bags at grocery and convenience stores.  The plan calls for a $.20 cent tax on each bag that you use.  The idea being that with the money raised [...]

With the latest break in our weather – We’re actually seeing 50+ degrees which is quite nice since we’ve had like the 10th or 11th worst winter on record. – I’ve been looking for a new pair of hiking boots.  Now I must say that clothing and shoes are not something that I purchase much [...]

I never could quite grasp the concept of sending our children out to pawn candy bars, wrapping paper, tea, etc… just so they could earn money for the latest and greatest “program” at school.   I must say I am a sucker and I will usually pry out of my wallet the $3 dollars they are [...]

Another in my series of Valentines Day Shopping Posts… There is a LOT that I like about Overstock.com… $2.95 shipping, incredible selection, crisp clean website, and the ease of use. If you are not sure what to get someone for Valentine’s day and your going to be doing some shopping online then I would suggest [...]

If you are a user of Auctiva I am curious to hear your feedback about this auction management system.  I have a number of items that I am going to want to put on eBay and after searching through listings on eBay itself to see what people are using Auctiva came up quite a bit.  [...]

Another post in my continuing series of Valentine day gift ideas…. As Valentine’s day approaches jewelry is always on the potential gift list for your significant other. The problem that I have always had with buying jewelry is dealing with the shops. With the influx in online shopping it is quite easy to find diamond [...]

The convenience of online shopping is something that I absolutely love, and as Valentines day approaches I will probably be looking at making some kind of a purchase for my wife on the Internet.  There is a great website that offers online shopping coupons.  CouponChief.com can provide you with a discount coupon for some of [...]