Resale season coming

Friday, Feb. 17, 2012

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The spring children's consignment sale season is approaching, and savvy moms are preparing for this limited-time resale phenomenon. I love being able to find clothes and toys at a fraction of the retail price.

Budget gifts for your love

Friday, Feb. 10, 2012

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Valentine's Day, the day of love, is only four days away. Did you procrastinate and wait until the last minute? If so, you still have time to get creative while being thoughtful and not blowing your budget.

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    Charleston Savvy Shopper is all about finding great local deals and helping you spend your money wisely. We've got tips and insights, plus awesome consumer advice from The Post and Courier.

    Super Couponing Tips by Jill Cataldo

    Manufacturer vs. store coupons

    Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012

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    This week, we'll tackle another dilemma for beginners: The difference between manufacturer and store coupons.

    Coupon overages handled various ways

    Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012

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    This week, another beginner has a question on coupon overage, when the value of a coupon exceeds the cost of the item you buy. Q: If retailers get reimbursed for the face value of a coupon, why do some reduce the coupon's value when it exceeds the cost of the item you're purchasing?

    Dollar Days by Paige Hinson

    Chew on This

    Chew on this: Restaurant news

    Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012

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    Now in its 30th year, the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition generates many "wild" dinner events:

    Chew on this: Restaurant news

    Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012

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    Person Finance by David Slade

    SLADE COLUMN: S.C. refund debit card carries fees

    Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012

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    In South Carolina this year, state income tax refunds will be delivered on prepaid debit cards unless a taxpayer has a refund directly deposited to a bank account, or requests a traditional check.

    DAVID SLADE: S.C. offers hybrid car tax credit

    Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012

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    Federal tax credits have phased out for hybrid and clean-diesel automobiles, but did you know that state tax credits for buying those same vehicles live on in South Carolina? For some who bought a qualifying new vehicle in 2011, the provision could be worth more than $600.

    Retail Scene by Warren Wise

    WARREN WISE: Chai's Lounge to close doors

    Monday, Feb. 20, 2012

    After seven years, Chai's Lounge at 462 King St. in downtown Charleston will close.

    WISE COLUMN: 2 restaurants to expand to new locations

    Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012

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    Two local restaurants will soon expand in new locations. Sesame Burgers and Beer will add a third location by April 1, and Basil will add a fourth restaurant by October.

    From Associated Press Personal Finance