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3 On Your Side: Shopping For A First Child

As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan reports, no matter your budget, when shopping for a baby, safety should always come first.

2013/04/25

Blog: ShopSmart Names Best Price Comparing Apps

By Jim Donovan: Apps have made it nearly impossible for the savviest of shoppers to miss a deal anytime, anywhere. The May 2013 issue of ShopSmart magazine, (one of my favorite magazines by the way) from […]

2013/04/10

Summer-Like Weather Heats Up Sales At Local Clothing Stores

Some fashion industry experts are reporting a slow start to spring sales, but the turn in the weather is turning things around for some shops in Philadelphia.

2013/04/09

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SnipSnap App

With the SnipSnap app, you’ll never worry about forgetting a coupon again.

2013/04/08

3 On Your Side: Best And Worst Things To Buy In March

If you plan on doing some spring shopping, you want be sure to get the best deals. And our 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan always knows where to find them.

2013/03/01

Top Shops For Crafting In Philadelphia

When shopping won’t do, or you can’t find exactly what you want, turn to the craft stores in Philadelphia to find everything you need to complete a sewing, knitting or home design project.

CBS Philly–2013/02/03

Thousands of people looking to improve their homes got tips at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. (Credit: Randall E. Scott)

Guide To The 2013 Philadelphia Home Show

The Philadelphia Home Show is back and bringing with it tons of landscaping and design events and exhibits. Check out our guide for the inside scoop.

2013/01/31

3 On Your Side: 3 Things To Buy In January

Did you shop until you dropped over the holidays? While many people plan to stay clear of the mall for a while and rest their credit cards, bargain hunters can find some great deals. In fact 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us about 3 of the best things to buy in January.

2013/01/04

(A shopper peruses holiday merchandise at a JC Penney store in King of Prussia, Pa. Credit: Jim Melwert)

Across Delaware Valley, Last-Minute Shoppers Out In Droves

Seventeen-million of us are out holiday shopping today, according to a Consumer Reports survey.

2012/12/24

Financial Expert: While Shopping For Gifts, Keep Your Credit Score In Mind

Generosity this time of year can have a price, especially if you’re running up your credit cards to buy gifts.

2012/12/17

Mixed Reviews On Whether Looming Fiscal Cliff Is Harming Local Businesses

It’s a pretty picture of holiday cheer, thanks to decorations in Collingswood. But with the fiscal cliff looming, is the financial picture for businesses pretty, too?

2012/12/12

3 On Your Side: Shopping For A Mortgage

Now on sale in aisle one, eggs, milk, bread, and a mortgage! With today’s consumers feeling more comfortable shopping for financial products outside of a traditional bank, a growing number of retailers are stepping up their game.

2012/12/07

Facebook’s New Gift Store

There are many ways to shop this holiday season. You can go online or you can go to the mall. But have you ever thought of going to Facebook for gifts?

2012/12/04