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Black Friday Deals!!

November 21st, 2012

So unless you live under a rock you have heard about the well advertised deals that many American companies offer on 23rd of November, 2012. These specials are timed to fall on the Friday after the American holiday of Thanksgiving. For most consumers this is the best shopping experience for the entire year. The deals [...]

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 [...]

HOW TO SPOT A BARGAIN!

September 18th, 2012

While shopping, you spot the price tag of your favourite outfit and since you are convinced that this is the best price for the item you quickly purchase it. However, after a few weeks you return to the same store only to discover that the same item has been heavily discounted. It is an unfortunate [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Are the new cellular phone rates better for consumers?

June 30th, 2012

Well it certainly wasn’t long in coming! Digicel has fired back at their competitor, LIME by lowering their rates to $2.89 per minute. This is not a surprise. After all healthy competition equals more in consumers’ pockets. If there had been only one telecommunication company consumers would not now be benefiting from such attractive rate [...]

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