The coronavirus and its damage to the economy have left Chicago shoppers saying they intend to spend about 32% less this holiday season compared with last year.
But that's still an average $1,053 of expected spending per household — for gifts, travel and entertainment — according to a new Deloitte Consulting survey. If spent with a touch more than the usual community spirit, it could go far in tiding over local businesses until the worst of the pandemic is behind us.
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Shopping For Health Insurance - The New York Times
Amid uncertainty during a pandemic and a U.S. Supreme Court challenge, open enrollment in health insurance marketplaces began on Nov. 1. In all 50 states, individuals and families who lack insurance or want better coverage can enroll in plans that comply with the Affordable Care Act through Dec. 15, although enrollment ends later in 10 states and the District of Columbia.
Last fall, 11.4 million Americans signed up for coverage during open enrollment, and that number is expected to rise this year because an estimated 20 million people have lost their jobs since February.
Let the shopping begin | News, Sports, Jobs - The Journal
NEW ULM — The weekend Holiday Shopping Opener was a success in New Ulm, with downtown shops and vendors in the GnomeMade market reporting similar or higher shopping turnout than in past years.
The New Ulm shopping opener and GnomeMade Market is held every fall in November to coincide with the Minnesota DNR Deer Hunting Season Opener. The weekend event is an opportunity for non-hunters to get a jump start on the holiday shopping season. The COVID pandemic limited the number of locations, but GnomeMade Market continued with nine locations Saturday and four locations Sunday. The New Ulm Armory hosted several craft vendors, many of whom were excited to have a place to show.
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Shopping specials to take over Ann Arbor's small businesses in December
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During the first three Fridays of December, three downtown area districts are hosting special shopping events to help Ann Arbor's small businesses and consumers get a jump start on holiday wishlists.
Many businesses and eateries will stay open late while offering in-store and online discounts or sales.
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The annual shopping event in the State Street District will take place across three Fridays this year. Save at restaurants, get discounts at stores and check out some festive art. Savings include 20% off cocktails to-go at Ashley's, 20% off all regularly priced items at M Den and sales on art from fine artists.
Voice of the consumer: What to watch out for while holiday shopping | Local News | gazette.com
Now that Halloween and Election Day are over, people are starting to turn their attention to the holiday season.
AARP ElderWatch, which is a program with the Colorado Attorney General's Office, said scammers tend to capitalize on the holidays. The organization has some red flags to look out for as you do your holiday shopping.
First, if you plan to buy gift cards, make sure to inspect them thoroughly before buying. Look for any signs of tampering. Specifically, you want to make sure the PIN number on the back of the card is not visible. Also, be sure to include the receipt for the gift card when you give it as a gift. That way the recipient has proof of purchase if, for some reason, the gift card does not work.
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Grocery shopping can be tedious and costly at times. However, some tricks can make food shopping easier and cheaper.
Food shopping is inevitable. Even if you despise it, you cannot avoid it. Without it, you may have to rely on restaurants for your daily food. This is an unsustainable option in several ways- it may increase your monthly budget tremendously, and it is not a healthy approach for your body. There has to be a middle ground, where you do not have to put in as much effort and still get groceries at a reasonable price.
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