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Fall deals follow summer's end

As summer draws to a close, companies are lowering prices to make room for new product versions or to get rid of seasonal items.

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Back-to-school shopping: Tips to save money, avoid stress

Some say it's a great time to connect, but parents can find it stressful. One solution may be to involve kids in the back-to-school budget.

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Shop tax-free in Maryland this week

Clothing and shoes under $100 are part of Maryland's tax-free week.

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D.C. still waiting on Walmart

Nearly two years after Wal-Mart Stores Inc. announced plans to bring four stores in two years to the District along with at least 1,200 jobs, and then upping the ante a year ago by adding two more stores to the mix, D.C. is still waiting on those stores.

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Service spares guys dressing room misery

Subscription clothing services now allow a man to eliminate the boredom of trying on outfits in a store.

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Walmart to break ground for Orange Co. store

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Kids in D.C. and Alexandria rank among least spoiled

Find out where the most is spent on children.

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Mold, slime and other gross grocery store realities

If pink slime has you on the defensive, you might be surprised to learn what else lurks in your food.

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Smarter shoppers may be the death of haggling

The Internet and shopping comparison apps are making shoppers smarter and more empowered than ever, which may make haggling a thing of the past.

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How to haggle down the price of everyday items

The first rule of thumb for a haggler is to be firm. If shoppers see an item go on sale within 10 days of buying it full price, ask for the difference.

Tags: retail, The Nature Conservancy, bob kur, haggling

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