Are you ready to do some Christmas shopping?  The people in this list of Top 10 cities have already started buying things for themselves according to an article from Bundle.com.  So grab your shopping list and coupons and see if you can keep up with the deal seekers on this list:

1. Washington, D.C.
• Residents' average monthly spending in clothes, shoes and other wear: $263

2. Arlington, Va.
• Average monthly spending: $254.58

3. Nashville, Tenn.
• Average monthly spending $251.17

4. Scottsdale, Ariz.
• Average monthly spending: $243.17

5. Dallas, Texas
• Average monthly spending: $228.58

6. San Francisco, Calif.
• Average monthly spending: $227.42

7. San Jose, Calif.
• Average monthly spending: $221.17

8. Seattle, Wash.
• Average monthly spending: $221.17

9. Austin, Texas
• Average monthly spending: $213

10. Bakersfield, Calif.
• Average monthly spending: $201.50

Is your city listed above?

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Are you looking for the best deals on your Christmas and holiday gifts this year?  Many will be out working hard to find the deals on the best luxury gifts or even a top ranked LCD HDTV on Black Friday.  There will be many deals if you want to brave the crowds.  Here is our list of the Top 10 websites to preview Black Friday deals for maximum savings:

·        http://www.blackfriday.info/

·        http://www.black-friday.net/

·        http://www.theblackfriday.com/

·        http://bfads.net/

·        http://www.fatwallet.com/black-friday/

·        http://dealnews.com/black-friday.html

·        http://www.blackfriday2010.com/

·        http://blackfriday.gottadeal.com/

·        http://www.blackfriday.org/

·        iBlackFriday

We wish you the best of luck this holiday shopping season.  Are we missing your favorite site? Add it in the comments below.

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Are times and money a little tighter in your house these days?  Everyone is looking for ways to save money by cutting out the non-essentials.  In addition there are also many ways to save money on all of your must have items.  So if you are looking for hot deals on luxury clothes or the best websites for saving money, here is a list of the Top 5 easy ways to start saving money today:

1.      Auto Insurance – Have you shopped your auto insurance this year?  If not, take a few minutes to reduce your coverage on older cars and also shop around.

2.      Cable, Phone, Internet – Sometimes the best deals are with putting all of these services with 1 company.  If not, work them against each other to match the current promotion.  

3.      PrePaid Phones – This may be one easy way to manage the charges on those additional phones.  The pre-paid option has become very competitive and offers great deals along with cost control.

4.      Shop Online – If you have patience (You can wait a few days), then shopping online for about 50% of your purchases can save you up to 25% over the year. 

5.      Eat at Home – Take your favorite grocery store’s weekly flyer and only buy what is on sale or has a coupon.  This will rotate your menu for the week and save you money.

So as you venture out to save money and grind through the recession have one motto – Never pay full price. What is your favorite way to save money?

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Do you really want to know a few random stats about the average vacation?  Some of these facts may surprise you.  Some will be taking the family to Disney's Magic Kingdom and some of the party people will be headed to Las Vegas.  So check out this list of random things you may want to know about women and their vacations:

ü  2 in 7 will lose their luggage or have it stolen

ü  At least one out of every six will pack a few bedroom toys (Rock On!)

ü  4% have joined the Mile High Club

ü  25% must have a gym at their hotel

ü  The number one destination for vacation is the beach

Pack your bags and take a few days off and see if you end up as one of these statistics.

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Everybody loves the outlet mall.  Deals on name brand clothes are too good to pass up …. Or are they?  Retailers are savvy and know how to get you to spend your hard earned money.  Before you go outlet shopping, check out these tips and also do a little comparison shopping at the Best Websites for Bargain Shopping. Things to consider:

·         Some of the products are constructed with lower quality materials – Confirmed by a leading consumer magazine

·         Select lines are made for Outlet mall stores – May or may not be the A list offering

·         Know the real price outside of the Outlet Mall – Make sure the deal is a good deal.

Bonus Tip:  The clearance section typically does have the best deals (but still apply the previously mentioned tips before buying)

So shop smart, buy only what you need ,and if in doubt, walk away.

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