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Released: October 24, 2011
Halloween savings
Source: Kelli Grant, CBS News
The scariest part of Halloween for some people isn’t the hordes of candy-seeking zombies, it’s the bills. Consumers are expected to spend 9% more on costumes, candy and decorations this year. Kelli Grant, Senior Consumer Reporter for SmartMoney.com, discusses how to save.
Consider looking for costumes online. It’s often cheaper to buy at online sites that sell costumes year round. They have sales on stuff from last year, and plenty of codes on sites like RetailMeNot.com or CouponShack.com for as much as 20% off your order. Some sites offer free shipping, too.
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