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A Consumer Reports survey has lots of interesting findings about our Black Friday weekend shopping plans ... plus, in part 2 of an interview with eBay's Cat Schwartz, she has some suggestions regarding laptops and video games. Jim Chesko reports.
...MORESome returning workers are finding that wages aren't what they used to be ... we'll tell you about the downside of debit cards ... and eBay's Cat Schwartz has some holiday gift ideas for gadget lovers. Jim Chesko reports.
...MOREIt's a good time to do a little credit-card clean-up ... there's lots of help out there for anyone looking to improve their retirement planning ... and we'll tell you about Web sites that can help you get the most out of your frequent-flier miles. Jim Chesko reports.
...MOREConsumers are still a bit tentative as we head into the holiday-shopping season ... even though Black Friday is still 10 days off, we're already seeing some decent discounts ... and more organic food is showing up at the supermarket. Jim Chesko reports.
...MOREForeclosure worries continue to weigh on the housing industry ... we'll tell you what you need to know about the extended - and expanded - homebuyer tax-credit program ... and winter and spring vacation deals are fading fast. Jim Chesko reports.
...MOREThe year's almost over; be sure to use up your health benefits ... the Web can help you figure out just how much that medical procedure will cost ... and gold prices continue to set record highs. Jim Chesko reports.
...MOREUnemployed Americans who have been living off severance packages are starting to have problems ... we have tips on how to turn seasonal work into full-time work ... and we still aren't willing to spend - unless it's on a new gadget. Tom Ortuso reports.
...MOREIt could be a long year for retailers, some end of the year tax tips and the latest on gas prices. Tom Ortuso reports.
...MOREWhat you need to know about debt settlement and should you have to pay more if your a frequent user of the Internet? Tom Ortuso has those stories and more.
...MOREWhy now is the best time to book a vacation and all you need to know about layaway. Tom Ortuso has those stories and more.
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