Blog Archives for October 2018

9 Ways a Warehouse Membership Could Save You Money Before Christmas

By Alan Byrne, DealNews Editor

Looking for ways to save before the year comes to a close? Believe it or not, buying a warehouse store membership could actually help! Here are nine ways that the assorted perks of a warehouse membership could make shopping more budget-friendly this holiday season.

Published October 31, 2018

7 Ways Cyber Monday Is Different From Black Friday

By Stephen Slaybaugh, Julie Ramhold

Cyber Monday can feel small next to Black Friday, but last year it raked in $6.6 billion in sales. Read on to learn a little more about everyone's second-favorite shopping holiday.

Published October 30, 2018

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4 Halloween Freebies to Score TODAY

By Julie Ramhold, DealNews Senior Staff Writer/Consumer Analyst

Just because you're an adult doesn't mean you have to miss out on the Halloween fun. We've put together a list of the best Halloween freebies for 2018.

Published October 29, 2018

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Thanksgiving vs. Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday: What to Buy Each Day

By Julie Ramhold, DealNews Senior Staff Writer/Consumer Analyst

Black Friday has long been regarded as the best shopping day of the year. But in some cases, you could find better deals on Thanksgiving or Cyber Monday.

Published October 29, 2018

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These 10 Stores Will Offer the Best Cyber Monday Deals in 2018

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews Contributing Writer

Cyber Monday features some of the year's best sales. But where should you be shopping? We list the top 10 stores for Cyber Monday 2018.

Published October 26, 2018

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What Is NaNoWriMo?

By Jessica Hulett, DealNews Contributing Writer

If you have a book you've been dying to write, National Novel Writing Month is the perfect time to embark on your literary journey. We go over different NaNoWriMo tools that can help you accomplish your goal.

Published October 25, 2018

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Sears Declared Bankruptcy. Now What?

By Julie Ramhold, DealNews Senior Staff Writer/Consumer Analyst

Sears recently filed for bankruptcy. Read on to see how this will affect Shop Your Way Rewards members, gift cards, and warranties.

Published October 24, 2018

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How to Buy Men's Dress Shoes

By Allison Martin, DealNews Contributing Writer

You shouldn't have to break the bank to snag a quality pair of men's dress shoes, but it helps to know about the different materials and construction methods. Learn how to get the best bang for your buck with our men's dress shoe guide.

Published October 22, 2018

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What Is Layaway?

By Sean Flynn, DealNews Contributing Writer

Looking for a way to afford the holidays without killing your monthly budget? We go over everything you need to know about layaway, including which stores will offer it this holiday season, and which ones won't.

Published October 18, 2018

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10 Things NOT to Buy on Black Friday

By Erin Coduti, Stephen Slaybaugh

Not every Black Friday offer is truly worthy of your cash. To help you sort the doorbusters from the duds, we give you our list of 10 things you should not buy on Black Friday.

Published October 17, 2018

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Thanksgiving & Black Friday 2018 Store Hours: Know When to Go!

By Julie Ramhold, DealNews Senior Staff Writer/Consumer Analyst

Black Friday is today! For the sake of planning, it's vital to know when stores will be open. To help you keep track, we've compiled a comprehensive list of Black Friday store hours.

Published October 17, 2018

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Today's Your Last Chance to Get a Cheap Price on a Thanksgiving Flight

By Julie Ramhold, DealNews Senior Staff Writer/Consumer Analyst

Thanksgiving is a month away, but you should be booking your travel today. Read on to learn why now is the best time to book your holiday airfare if you want to save money.

Published October 15, 2018

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Top 5 Stores for the Best Black Friday Deals Online in 2018

By Erin Coduti, Elizabeth Harper

Finding deals during Black Friday season isn't difficult, but it can be hard to locate the very best bargains. To make your 2018 shopping easier, we scoured last year's Black Friday sales and found the top five stores for Editors' Choice savings.

Published October 15, 2018

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Our Guides to the Top Black Friday Retailers

By Julie Ramhold, DealNews Senior Staff Writer/Consumer Analyst

Are you feeling overwhelmed by huge Black Friday ads? We've got your back! We've got the in-depth analysis you need for shopping at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and other retailers. Check out all our Black Friday 2018 store guides.

Published October 12, 2018

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18 Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costumes

By Sarah Heikkinen, DealNews Contributing Writer

Using supplies from around the house, you can dress up as a meme, an emoji, or even Mr. Rogers! Check out our guide to the best DIY Halloween costumes you can make quickly and affordably.

Published October 11, 2018

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How to Sell Your Old iPhone to Pay for a New iPhone

By Angela Moscaritolo, DealNews Contributing Writer

From carriers and trade-in sites to digital marketplace apps, you have many options to consider if you want to sell a smartphone. Check out this guide for the best ways to offload your old iPhone.

Published October 9, 2018

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When Do the Black Friday Ads Come Out in 2018?

By Julie Ramhold, DealNews Senior Staff Writer/Consumer Analyst

Black Friday is here, so now's the time to check up on ads from your favorite stores. We've put together a list of the biggest stores and when you can expect their ads to drop in 2018.

Published October 5, 2018

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How to Get a Deal on a Halloween Costume

By Donna Doyle, DealNews Head of Editorial

If you're planning to shop for your Halloween getup this month, you'll have lots of opportunities to save — especially now that the third week of October has arrived. Expect some great Halloween sales and major discounts on costumes.

Published October 5, 2018

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Black Friday Cruise Deal Predictions 2018

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews Contributing Writer

Black Friday cruise sales are all about last-minute deals, and they start the week before Black Friday. To keep up-to-date on these sales, check out our 2018 Black Friday cruise guide.

Published October 2, 2018

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