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Fields: These savvy basics can help you save big
Sean Fields
Although I am not a psychic, there are still situations where I can accurately foresee what will come next. Every. Single. Time.
For example, whenever the multifaceted topic of Savvy Shopping comes up, you can safely predict that coupons will occupy the lion’s share of the conversation. Every. Single. Time.
While I can’t be sure why this is so, there is a natural tendency for people to fixate on one aspect of a subject and to gloss over the rest. And, in all fairness, despite its many layers, Savvy Shopping has fundamentals that are wise to focus on. In the interest of laying a foundation from which something greater can arise, here are some key savvy basics you can use to save big:
In the 1960’s, a popular notion was the idea of “finding yourself.” These days, with the prevalence of identity theft, it’s safe to say that even if you are unable to find yourself, someone else might!
Consider the numbers. In our country with more than 300 million people, over a billion records containing personal information are leaked each year. With this fact in mind, it shouldn’t be too surprising that identity theft is the No. 1 consumer complaint received by the Federal Trade Commission. While the inconvenience from identity theft is bad enough, the potential financial losses and damage to your credit rating add insult to injury.
Fields: Traveling for spring break? Consider the in-between places along the way
Sean Fields
During Spring Break, places like the lake or the beach often come to mind. In the rush to arrive, the things that lie between our home and the end of the line can have a way of being overlooked.
Since getting there is half the fun, I like to think a lot of value can be found in the journey. Taking the point further, some great diversions can be found in the least-expected spots.
In the case of retail, going to unique stores can offer memorable experiences. And with COVID restrictions ending in Texas just as Spring Break is beginning, now could be a great time to hit the road. If you are, here are a few ideas for interesting stops at shops on the way to your destination: