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How we spent all that money online shopping in 2023
A record $222 billion was spent through online shopping in 2023. Here’s a closer look at our buying habits.
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A customer banned from her favorite online store turned to NBC10 Boston Responds
Imagine being banned from shopping at one of your favorite online stores. That’s what happened to Caroline, who ordered a king-size bed last year for her guest room. She needed it quickly because she was about to have a baby and her parents were coming to stay. “So I went on to Wayfair to do a rush order, found...
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How to spot a fake website
The holiday shopping season is about to kick into high gear and there’s a good chance that you’ll be doing a lot of your holiday shopping online. Browsing, searching, clicking and paying can be convenient, but don’t let your guard down. According to the Federal Trade Commission, Americans have lost billions in recent years to scams originating on social media. Online...
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How to spot a fake website
With the holiday shopping season about to kick into high gear, online shoppers should keep an eye out for fake websites.
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Facebook Marketplace and Local Buy, Sell Safety Tips
As Consumer Reports explains, there are some safety steps you should take before you meet up for a sale of items you find on online marketplaces.
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How to Shop Smart and Save Money on Holiday Gifts
If you’re shopping online, make sure the website you are using says “https” in the URL. Here are other tips to save you money and keep you safe, whether you are shopping online or in person.
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How to Spot Fake Online Reviews
Online shopping has become a normal part of our lives, but with billions of online reviews out there, how do you know which ones to trust?
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Thanksgiving Holiday Shopping, by the Numbers
How much shopping did Americans do over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend? Here’s how busy it was, according to the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics.
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How To Shop Safely at Online Yard Sales This Holiday Season
Deb Colameta, author of “Best Offer, Best Life”, shares tips on how to navigate the online yard sale process, what it is, and how to do it safely during the holidays.
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Treasure Hunt: How To Take Advantage of Online Yard Sales This Holiday Season
Deb Colameta, author of “Best Offer, Best Life”, talks about online shopping, buying and selling, and how to take advantage of online yard sales during the holidays.