Summertime Shopping
Do your shopping habits typically change during the summer months? Do you shop more, shop less, or...
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Category: Shopping
The Many Costs Of Food Waste
Unfortunately, we all end up throwing out food. There are many reasons why this happens, but overall it comes with a huge cost, not only in the amount of money wasted, but also in terms of the environment. And that’s something to really think about, since Earth Day is next week (April 22).
Food Waste – Money Impact
Here are the numbers: In the U.S., about one pound …
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Online Sales Have Increased, But Not For All Items
I’m sure you’re like me and during the midst of the pandemic you kicked up your online shopping a few notches. But while online sales have boomed, there are many items that people still want to get at a physical store location. I know I’m one of those people who prefer to purchase some items at a brick-and-mortar store!
According to NielsenIQ, over 22 million new U.S. …
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Vending Machines Are Everywhere
I’m sure we’ve all used vending machines at one time or another. You’ll find these machines everywhere! I mention this because today, March 4, is the third annual National Vending Day. (That is, according to the National Automatic Merchandising Association.)
Here, There, And Everywhere
These machines are indeed everywhere. According to the thepennyhoarder.com, there were 2,175,756 vending machines in service in 2019 in a variety of …
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Some Super Shopping Stats
We all have to eat. So unless you order out for every meal, chances are you’ve gone to the grocery store to buy some food items. (Obviously, the pandemic has changed things, as many order their groceries online and have it delivered or pick them up curb side.) Since we all have experience shopping, let’s share some super shopping stats!
And Here Are The Stats!
According to creditdonkey.com…
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What To Do About Returns
Returns happen. Returns happen all year long, but we’re all more conscious of it after the holiday season. And as an NCP panel member, do you know what to do about them?
Tell us about your experience with returning purchases in the comments section toward the bottom of the page.
Each year, the return of items purchased over the holiday period usually peaks on a single day, which …
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A Brief History Of Shopping Carts
As I was shopping last week, I noticed the shopping cart I was using was in really good shape. There were no wheels spinning wildly out of control, the wheel alignment was so good that the cart didn’t veer off to the right, and there was no tattered store circular or crumbled, expired coupons spread out all over the cart.
Also, a young woman who worked at the …
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Holiday Shopping And The Pandemic
Yes, here’s another post about shopping amidst the pandemic. Let’s be honest, it’s hard to escape it. But we all still want to buy nice holiday gifts for our family and friends.
I did some online shopping last weekend and found some good deals.
Did you take advantage of Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales? If so, let us know about your shopping experiences – either online or …
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What’s The Best Time/Day To Go Grocery Shopping?
Due to my crazy work/life schedule, I’m usually only able to go grocery shopping on Saturdays. Unfortunately, at that time the store is almost always packed, with many of the items I need missing from the shelves. And it’s not easy to social distance, either!
It’s very frustrating to say the least.
What day/time do you usually do your grocery shopping? Has this changed due to the COVID-19 …
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Grocery Prices On The Rise
When I went grocery shopping a few days ago, I couldn’t help but notice that the prices were much...
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