If you joined Amazon Prime for the free shipping, you may have only a hazy idea of its other perks. With plenty of competitors offering...
Kevin Brasler
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Costco versus BJ’s: A Comparison of Memberships and Perks
If you’re looking for serious savings, joining a club-based warehouse store is usually a good idea. But which one should you join? Is BJ’s better...
Best Places to Buy Glasses Online—Contact Lenses, Too
Dozens of websites promise to provide eyeglasses and contact lenses for less than local eye-care professionals charge. But how much can you really save? And...
Which Costco Membership Benefits Are Worthwhile…and Which Aren’t?
A Costco membership practically guarantees lower-than-the-regular-retail-store prices on its in-store merchandise. But the company also offers a slew of other perks to its members. Some...
Are Product Warranties Ever Worth It?
Protect your purchase by buying an extended warranty!” We hear this all the time when buying appliances, electronics and other products. But are those warranties...
When Is a Sale Not a Sale?
Answer: When there’s always a sale—and that happens all the time, according to the nonprofit Consumers’ Checkbook. New research shows that virtually all major retailers...
“Only One Room Left” Hotel Warnings Are a Trick
Don’t let warnings that hotel rooms are selling out prevent you from searching for a better deal from travel websites. Here’s how.
