How to have a successful garage sale

October 31st, 2012

In a previous post I made mention of several items which I thought it unwise to purchase second hand or used. I read with much interest the varied responses I received from my readers. Some people felt that I was suggesting that all used goods are dangerous whereas others debated my choice of items which [...]

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Entertainment on a Budget

October 11th, 2012

As the weekend looms on the horizon it seems that the question that is on everyone’s mind is how can you entertain your friends and family on a small budget? It goes without saying that in this economy entertaining friends and family takes a back seat to providing for your needs. However, a part of [...]

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New Look of Two familiar drinks

October 7th, 2012

Does a product enjoy renewed interest of consumers if the package changes? Well, research shows that consumers do respond differently to various presentations of the same product. Often when the package of a product changes, consumers who have never tried the product before might be tempted to try it. So with that being said, there are new [...]

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How can Consumers stay safe while shopping on-line?

October 4th, 2012

The world has certainly changed with the introduction of on-line shopping. The convenience of purchasing an item without leaving home is a viable option for many Jamaican consumers who use their credit card for online transactions. However, there are several risks associated with on-line shopping so here are a few tips to help consumers protect [...]

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Buying Used Goods – Is it safe?

September 5th, 2012

We have all seen the advertisements of products that are described as ‘slightly used’ and wondered if it would make sense to purchase the item. Often the price for used products are significantly lower than what it would cost if the item was new.  As tempting as it is to purchase used items, consumers must [...]

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HOW TO SAVE WITH BACK TO SCHOOL EXPENSES

August 21st, 2012

It’s that time again! The time of year that all parents dread and some children eagerly anticipate. It’s time to go back to school! In only a few weeks, children and their teachers will be back at school, so everyone needs to prepare for the beginning of the new school year. Parents, however have a [...]

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