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| MomFinds Daily Blog
Tue Jan 22, 2008
Do You Find Better Deals On-line or in Stores?
Category: Shopping
OK, so I go into this trendy shop and see the perfect red dress...for $162, not marked down of course. I try it on anyway and, of course, it fits like a dream. I want this dress. My husband is with me and he loves the dress.
A staffer tells me the dress has been in the shop for a while, and it’s the last one. She suggests I ask the manager for a discount, something I normally wouldn’t do. But since this shop is more than an hour from my house, chances are I’m not coming back anytime soon. He says he’ll knock off 10%, but hoping for at least 20%, I reluctantly leave my perfect dress behind and plan to call in a couple of weeks or so to see if it’s still there and he’s ready to deal.
At home all I can think of is “my” dress, so I go on-line and search for it. There it is...$162 or on sale in an XS (yeah, right). But on RevolveClothing.com, I find the same dress in my size in black for half off ($81), and there’s one left! I then search the Internet for a Revolve coupon and find one for 15% off. So, I got my perfect (black) dress for $68 with free shipping and a free return, as if I’ll do that. I got it in two days, and it is, indeed, perfect.
Now we at MomFinds know about on-line deals, and we bring them to you every day. But what about you?
Thu Jan 17, 2008
News: Redeem Gift Cards for Cash
Category: News Shopping
 
California Gift Card Law
Since I have been blogging about gift card issues, I wanted to pass this along. Effective as of January 1st, California retailers who issue gift cards are required to exchange cash for most cards with balances under $10. The exceptions are gift cards that are given as awards or promotions and those that are issued for food products. This is thanks to SB250 signed in October.
So if you have a gift card for $50, and buy something for $41, you get the change in cash if you want, not on your card. The goal of the law is to let people get the full value of a gift card without buying something that they don’t want. I like that law, but don’t live in CA.
A couple of winners I received were gift cards from Starbucks and one to Home Depot. Losers included one for very high end retailer, but not in a very high end amount, and one to a lovely toy store 45 minutes away. Not that I am not grateful, just pointing out some cons of gift card giving. What about you? Did you get many gift cards this time around? Do you actually shop at those stores? Would you have preferred cash?
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Fri Dec 21, 2007
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How Much Have You Spent on Holiday Gifts?
Category: Holidays Poll Shopping
Every year I give myself a budget on how much to spend on holiday gifts, and every year that budget gets busted. I’ll buy one thing for someone and then I’ll find something else…and something else that I know he or she will love. They’re usually not big ticket items, so it’s not a big deal, but I forget that little things add up. And boy do they add up. It is the season for giving, though, right?
What about you? Have you stuck to your budget?
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on Dec 21, 07 - 10:00 am | Profile
Thu Dec 06, 2007
Holiday Toy Safety: How to Shop Smart
Category: Children Toys Holidays News Shopping
 The endless toy recalls can really put a damper on your holiday shopping. It seems impossible to stay on top of what’s safe and what isn’t. More than 80% of the toys on store shelves are made in China, where the vast majority of recalled toys were manufactured.
Although all toys sold in the US are supposed to conform to our safety standards, these standards are not regulated by the US government. The standards are “self enforced” by the manufacturers and a few retailers. Which is how the now recalled toys ended up on the shelves in the first place.
You can make sure that the toys on your child’s wish list are safe by visiting: toyinfo.org. Here, you can search for recalled toys, discover safety facts and learn how to make sure the toys in your home are safe. And if you want to commit to buying from American toy manufacturers this season, you can find a comprehensive list at: toysmadeinamerica.com.
Tip: We’ve checked, and all the toys in our Holiday Toy Guide are safe. If anything changes, you’ll be the first to know.
Wed Dec 05, 2007
Deal of the Day: Save 33% on Kids’ Crochet UGG Boots
Category: Children's Fashion Children's Shoes Coupon and Promo Codes Deal of the Day Sales & Deals Shopping
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on Dec 05, 07 - 1:00 pm | Profile
Tue Nov 20, 2007
Black Friday Shopping: Are You Going to Stand in Line?
Category: Poll Shopping
I wouldn’t call my husband a big fan of shopping, but there’s something about Black Friday that really gets him going. Maybe it’s because he’s a techie, and there always seems to be some sort of electronic gadget on sale, but for the past three years, he’s stayed up through the night—first buying things online, and then heading out the door for “door buster deals.”
He’s scored some pretty good deals on things like TVs, DVDs, portable DVD players and digital cameras, but it’s the stories he has about his fellow shoppers that are priceless. Yes, people do run into the stores and fight over merchandise (like that bad 90’s movie with Sinbad and Schwarzenegger…where they brawl over a toy), but there are other folks who manage to maintain their civility. And for the most part, it’s all in good fun, or so he says.
I have yet to join him in his early morning adventure, but he says I should give it a try—this year. I’m still on the fence. I’ll see if I can wake up early…or stay up all night.
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on Nov 20, 07 - 11:00 am | Profile
Mon Nov 19, 2007
Holiday Shopping Tips: Be Safe When Shopping Online
Category: How To Shopping
As we swing into holiday shopping season, it’s worth a refresher on safe online shopping. While most credit cards will eat any fraudulent charges, it’s easier to avoid them in the first place. Some tips—courtesy of Yahoo —
1. Know Your Merchant:
For the most part, aside from small designers, we try to promote established businesses where we know someone at the company. We figure the better experience you have shopping our picks, the better experience you’ll have with MomFinds. If you ever do have a problem with a merchant— please shoot us a note—and we’ll see (no promises!) if we can put you in touch with a company rep who can solve the problem. No matter what, it’s a good practice to be familiar with the name or reputation of any company you’re dealing with. The Federal Trade Commission maintains a web site that provides helpful info for online shopping. You can also cruise the Better Business Bureau for a reputation check if you know where the company is located.
2. Protect your Privacy:
Check web sites to make sure there is a privacy policy posted, (you can see ours here) and that you’re comfortable with the way your personal information is treated under that policy. Look for seals from privacy enforcement organizations like TRUSTe or BBBOnLine. Be cautious if you’re asked to supply personal information not needed to make a purchase, such as your Social Security number or personal bank account information.
3. Get the Details:
Check for expected delivery dates, shipping and handling fees, warranties, return policies, and other important information. Look for an email address to write to (or a phone number to call) if you have a question, a problem, or if you need help.
4. Use a Credit Card and Safeguard Your Password:
It’s a good practice to pay with credit cards, because under federal law (and your credit card agreement) your liability for an unauthorized charge is limited to $50. When using a credit card online, look for an unbroken key or padlock (a graphical icon usually located in the bottom corner of the web page), or for a policy that indicates use of strong security technology such as SSL. This indicates that your credit card data is transmitted securely. You can also check that the address bar changes from http to https when you input your personal data.
5. Keep Good Records:
Make sure to print or save electronically any records related to your online transactions. This will help you keep track of shipping dates, shipping and handling fees, and other details of your transactions.
6. Beware the Counterfeits—Especially on eBay:
If possible pay with Paypal for your eBay purchases --- they’ll cover you in case of fraud. Check Counterfeit Chic and My Poupette for info on fake goods.
7. Use Extra Caution with High Value and Popular Items:
Certain types of items (e.g. computers, handbags, denim, jewelry, electronics, etc.) carry a higher fraud risk and require additional checking before completing the sale. Do additional checking, especially with popular items that tend to be sold out in stores. Be suspicious of deals that seem too good to be true. They usually are. A $49 Louis Vuitton bag shipping from China—are you insane??? eBay tells you how to spot a fake.
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on Nov 19, 07 - 12:00 pm | Profile
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