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Rather-Be-Shopping

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Just a frugal guy finding the best shopping hacks, bargain info, and coupons on the Internet so you can save some dough!

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How to send your Amazon driver a $5 tip in seconds (without spending a dime) consumeraffairs.com/news/how… via @ConsumerAffairs
How to send your Amazon driver a $5 tip in seconds (without spending a dime)

How to send your Amazon driver a $5 tip in seconds (without spending a dime)

Say “Alexa, thank my driver” on any Alexa device or in the Alexa app, or type “thank my driver” in the Amazon search bar to trigger the $5 tip Amaz

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Stoked to be interviewed for this one! - Old Navy Winter Items To Skip | GOBankingRates gobankingrates.com/saving-mo…
4 Old Navy Winter Items To Skip Buying, According to a Shopping Expert

4 Old Navy Winter Items To Skip Buying, According to a Shopping Expert

Plus, smarter winter buys for your budget.

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John Matarese@JohnMatarese7 Oct 2025
Shopping Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days this week? Use this new hack to check price history … and know if a deal is really a deal: wcpo.com/money/consumer/dont… @WCPO @RatherBeShop @amazon #Amazon #Prime #PrimeBigDealDays #shopping #sale #Sales
Amazon shopping hack: How its new AI assistant can save you big money

Amazon shopping hack: How its new AI assistant can save you big money

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days highlight an important consumer lesson: not all "sales" are genuine discounts. The new Rufus AI tool can help you verify price history.

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Thanks @JohnMatarese for interviewing me, news you can use! Amazon shopping hack: How its new AI assistant can save you big money wcpo.com/money/consumer/dont…
Amazon shopping hack: How its new AI assistant can save you big money

Amazon shopping hack: How its new AI assistant can save you big money

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days highlight an important consumer lesson: not all "sales" are genuine discounts. The new Rufus AI tool can help you verify price history.

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This will change the way (and day) that you shop. rather-be-shopping.com/blog/…
Employees Tell Me the Best Day & Time to Shop at Costco, TJ Maxx, Target, Walmart, Lowe’s and More

Employees Tell Me the Best Day & Time to Shop at Costco, TJ Maxx, Target, Walmart, Lowe’s and More

I talked to dozens of employees and found the best day and time to shop at Costco, Home Depot, Walmart, Target, TJ Maxx, Lowe's and more!

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aarp.org/money/personal-fina… Thanks @AARP for including me - GREAT tips!
Mistakes to Avoid at Warehouse Clubs

Mistakes to Avoid at Warehouse Clubs

Going overboard with perishables, getting lured by free samples and other pitfalls to avoid

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Millionaire reveals simple Costco 'cents' hack and it might change how you shop there forever

Millionaire reveals simple Costco 'cents' hack and it might change how you shop there forever

The last two digits of a price tag can reveal a product’s status.

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Whether you’re shopping at Walmart, Costco, or Target, here’s how to stay on budget without sacrificing the deals. Spoiler: It’s not about saying no, it’s about shopping smarter store by store. rather-be-shopping.com/blog/…
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Costco to offer $10 monthly delivery credit for premium members financialpost.com/news/retai…
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rather-be-shopping.com/blog/… Cool Amazon trick to save some money!
The “Subscribe & Skip” Amazon Hack That Saves You Money Without Actually Subscribing

The “Subscribe & Skip” Amazon Hack That Saves You Money Without Actually Subscribing

You don’t have to commit to Amazon’s Subscribe & Save to get the discount. Here’s the little-known trick to get up to 15% off—then cancel guilt-free.

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Bezos is MESSING with ya! How to Know if Amazon is Tricking You or It's REALLY a Good Deal rather-be-shopping.com/blog/…
How to Know if Something’s a Good Deal on Amazon (Or Just a Trick)

How to Know if Something’s a Good Deal on Amazon (Or Just a Trick)

Wondering if that Amazon deal is real or just clever marketing? Learn how to spot fake discounts, avoid traps, and find savings every time you shop.

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Key loophole impacting Shein, Temu closes this week. But customers are already affected. usatoday.com/story/money/202…
Key loophole impacting Shein, Temu closes this week. But customers are already affected.

Key loophole impacting Shein, Temu closes this week. But customers are already affected.

The "de minimis" trade loophole that allowed cheap packages to come to the U.S. duty-free is closing. Ecommerce customers are already feeling the sting.

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Saving money doesn't have to be a FUN SUCK! 13 Frugal Living Tips That Don’t Suck the Joy Out of Life rather-be-shopping.com/blog/…
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Walmart is locking up steaks in some locations to prevent people from stealing them. The store is also allegedly opting *out* of self-checkout in some locations and making everyone check out with real workers. "Baby, this is when you know it's bad. When they put miniature gates so you don't steal the meat. This got to be bad, Lord Jesus..." the woman posted. Video: solid_soul83 on TT.
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How Trump's Tariffs Will Impact Your Shopping List (and What To Do About It) rather-be-shopping.com/blog/…
How Trump's Tariffs Will Impact Your Shopping List (and What To Do About It)

How Trump's Tariffs Will Impact Your Shopping List (and What To Do About It)

Wondering how Trump’s new tariffs will affect prices at the store? Here’s what’s likely to cost more, what you should stock up on now, and how to shop smarter through it all.

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The FDA says these foods are "safe." But the rest of the world disagrees. Here are 15 American foods that are banned in other countries: (They don't want you to read this) 🧵
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Mysterious packages showing up on your doorstep, under any other circumstance might be intriguing, if it weren’t so downright disturbing. trib.al/3yYmO2y
Brushing hacks: Mystery package scam

Brushing hacks: Mystery package scam

Mysterious packages showing up on your doorstep, under any other circumstance might be intriguing, if it weren’t so downright disturbing.

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Do's and don'ts of Black Friday, Cyber Monday shopping

Do's and don'ts of Black Friday, Cyber Monday shopping

With the holiday shopping season in full swing, it’s not too late to prepare for the big upcoming shopping holidays – Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Ky

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Clever Tricks to Lower Your Electric Bill and Boost Efficiency rather-be-shopping.com/blog/…
Clever Tricks to Lower Your Electric Bill and Boost Efficiency

Clever Tricks to Lower Your Electric Bill and Boost Efficiency

A smart guide packed with unique, actionable tips to help you lower your electric bill. It can be done with clever strategies and creativity.

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