Best Products to Buy in March
March 13, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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February drug on a bit longer than usual this year, but March is finally upon us. In addition to daylight saving time, buzzer-beating college basketball shots and that day everything turns green, March represents a great time to stock up on certain essentials. Once again, the newly redesigned FreeShipping.org offers advice on what to purchase [...]
Top 10 food trends for 2012
March 2, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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Last year’s high grocery prices had many Americans looking for ways to save at the supermarket. The upswing in prices over the past 12 months may have you wondering what will happen this year at your local grocery store. In partnership with ConAgra Foods, industry expert, and “Supermarket Guru,” Phil Lempert, predicts an interesting year [...]
8th Annual Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale
February 29, 2012 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Things to Do
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! 8th Annual Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale March 9 & 10 8am – 6pm You are invited to “shop til you drop” for bargains galore during Georgia’s Longest Yard Sale, March 9 & 10. Over 200 miles of yard sale fun along Hwy. 341 from Barnesville to the Beaches! For event [...]
8 Money-Saving Style Tips for Men
February 28, 2012 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Fashion & Style
When it comes to fashion, men have had a free pass for far too long. In the Information Age, not knowing any better simply doesn’t cut it. Though casual attire is showing up in an increasing number of workplaces, there’s still something to dressing for success. Stocking up on a few new looks might postpone [...]
8 Wise Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
February 24, 2012 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Finances
Tax season is upon us, and however much you dread completing your return this year, there’s always solace to be had in the potential of a sweet reward: the refund. The average tax refund in 2011 was over $2,900, according to CNNMoney. Receiving such a large check typically feels like free money, and the desire [...]
Buying a car? Avoid these wrong turns
February 18, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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(ARA) – Buying a car is like an epic adventure. There are heroes (you), sidekicks (your wingmen who accompany you to the dealership), foes (the sales manager who just won’t give up on the undercarriage rust-proofing) and even a prize at the end (your shiny new vehicle). And like any journey, buying a car can [...]
5 ways to eat local throughout the year
February 17, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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Fall is a great time for enthusiasts of fresh and local food. Farmers’ markets are overflowing with tasty produce at harvest time, and if you’ve worked long and hard on your home garden, it’s time to reap the rewards. Fresh food is harder to come by once the last leaves fall and the frost sets [...]
Top 14 Beauty Deals for Valentine’s Day
February 13, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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It’s time to get beautiful, ladies! With Valentine’s Day less than a week away, you can find great deals on cosmetics, accessories and more. Check out these top 14 beauty coupons for Feb. 14 festivities collected by CouponSherpa.com. 1. elf Now through Feb. 13, get a free beauty clutch ($15 value) with orders of $30 [...]
7 Best Buys in February
February 6, 2012 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Finances
As February unfolds into a bouquet of overpriced flowers, take solace in knowing the whole month need not be dedicated to sonnets and sappy romantic comedies. There are several best buys to be had this month with an extra day to rake in the savings on February 29. Take a break from all things pink [...]
How to Save More in Department Stores
February 4, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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JCPenney recently announced a permanent markdown of at least 40 percent on all its merchandise – a preemptive move to introduce a tiered strategy of ongoing promotions to offer consumers more value. Wouldn’t it be nice if all department stores followed suit? Since it’s likely they won’t, now is a good time to brush up [...]
Wardrobe Savings Tips for Working Moms with Style
February 3, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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If your primary occupation over the last few months (or years) required more bedtimes than deadlines, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, an estimated 5 million women classified themselves as stay-at-home moms in 2010. Yet, that figure is down from just two years earlier as more mothers return to the workforce. For [...]
The Rise and Fall of Product Prices in 2012
January 31, 2012 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Finances
Prices go up and prices go down, but this year they’re going every which way. While it’s difficult to predict how the economy will impact the cost of products and services, there are several sure bets on both ends of the scale. Here are a few predictions. GOING UP Orange Juice The FDA discovered “low [...]