Discount Deals continued

I finally bought a new High Definition TV set after spending way too much time researching HDTV sets. You've probably never heard of the brand. The price variation is simply amazing.... keep reading

John Schaub wrote a book, "Buying Smart." Here, I apply what I learned from him.... keep reading

Because we are creatures of habit, we ignore what is right in front of our noses. Here is an example. Ignore it, and you will pay too much. I ignored it for at least three years.... keep reading

This is a follow-up. It ought to save you at least one year's membership fee to this site -- maybe five years. (For the original article, click here).... keep reading

I use a lot of toner. At almost $50 per cartridge, I am always looking for a way to save money on toner. A good way to cut back on costs is to set your printer on "light" or "dra... keep reading

It's a hassle to change the oil on an inboard motor boat. Mechanics do this for a lot of money. With this little-known invention of the 1950s, you can do the oil change yourself in six minutes at home or at the dock. But this is only part of the amazing story.... keep reading

If you pay over $15,000 to send your child through college, you are paying too much. Here's why.... keep reading

You should first count the cost -- not just in money but in time. Which should you budget? Why? Next, which is the best way to buy: New or used? Next, which is the best way to haggle: time or price?... keep reading

When you buy a big-ticket item, you want to reduce your risk. Here is a way to do this. It can save you a lot of post-purchase grief.... keep reading

When I go buy a replacement for one of my cars, which always have at least 200,000 miles on them, I want the seller to eat the bulk of the depreciation. Here's what I look for.... keep reading

Jewelry is one of the most overpriced of all retail commodities. Jewelers trade on consumer ignorance and pride. Here's how to beat the jewelers by getting a substantial discount.... keep reading

The inevitable trade-off between time and money can often be solved at a unique type of retail outlet. Yet most middle-class people ignore it.... keep reading

One high official in the Canadian government has said that Canada will not be able to supply Americans at low prices. This is ominous. But for now, here is where you can shop safely.... keep reading

If you use this buying strategy, you can gain much-needed leverage over web-based retailers. How? By posting a complaint on a special site, where they do not want a hostile comment.... keep reading

Coupons are like tax-free money. If you can find one for something you were ready to buy without a coupon, this will save you money.... keep reading