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Shoppers tried to beat the storm
Ahead of a storm that turned out to be little more than a major tease got shoppers out early Sunday morning.
Mad shopping dash: Stating the obvious -- expect crowds
As you hustle about to get those last-minute deals, let others know where you are finding them. Tweet your find using #WTOPdeals or tell everyone about it on WTOP's Facebook page.
Tags: Christmas , retail , gifts , Andrew Mollenbeck , Colleen Kelleher
Regifting? 8 tips on what not to do
Follow these etiquette rules and you should be able to avoid embarrassment.
Tags: gifts , regift , Christmas , regifting , retail , Colleen Kelleher
How to save money on holiday food budgets
The financial burdens of shopping for the holidays and hosting dinner parties can easily cut into budgets for everyday items, like groceries. But with some simply savvy shopping and planning ahead, it can be easy to make up for a Christmas shortfall.
Tags: groceries , holiday shopping , cooking , Nathan Hager , Paul D. Shinkman
Don't fall for these 'deals' when doing last-minute shopping
Many sales -- especially the ones marked "limited time offer" -- are designed to make you feel lucky to have them, whether you're getting a bargain or not.
Tags: bargains , deals , holiday shopping , Wall Street Journal
What's the worst gift you've ever received?
It's your turn to dish. What's the worst gift you've ever received?
Tags: worst gifts , Christmas , Snuggie , Colleen Kelleher , Chia Pet , Clapper
RATTS crawling around area retailers
RATTS, or Retail Anti-Theft Teams, have recovered thousands of dollars worth of stolen cologne, perfume, clothing, iPhones and much more from organized bands of out-of-state thieves who are targeting area stores on both sides of the Potomac River.
Tags: Retail Anti-Theft Teams , RATT , Fairfax County Police , Lucy Caldwell , Jay Carson , iPhone , gifts , Christmas , Street Vendors
Merry Christmas: Here's a bra
What's the most unusual Christmas gift you've received from a co-worker?
Tags: Christmas , bra , gifts , Colleen Kelleher
Keep an eye out for holiday packages to avoid theft
Typically, there's a jump in packages stolen from doorsteps during the holidays.
Tags: Bud Walker , Fairfax County Police , Christmas , online shopping , Rosemary Frisino Toohey , Gary Emerling
How much should you spend on gifts?
Lots of folks will be out shopping this weekend. What's your holiday shopping strategy? Do you know ahead of time what you plan to buy? Any tips or good deals you can pass along? What do you plan to spend?
Tags: Christmas , spending , Colleen Kelleher , retail
