shopping Archive
New Baby on the Way: Help!
Posted by Mary | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, Videos, shopping
Tags: babies and money, caraccioli, cost of babies
Cheapskate Fashionista!
Posted by Mary | Filed under Videos, shopping
Great ideas to look great for less! Read More →
Tags: buffalo exchange, caraccioli, gilt.com, renttherunway
Living Brilliantly
Posted by Mary | Filed under Innovators, Kids, Lifestyle, parenting, shopping
One of the great things about my job is that each day I get to dip my toe into a new world. With every story I cover, I meet new and often interesting people and for just a few hours, I get to live in their world. This week I spent time with author and... (more...)
Tags: brilliant frugal living, caraccioli, craigslist, hagopian
DIY: Bridesmaid Bouquets Made Easy (and Lovely)
Posted by Mary | Filed under Lifestyle, Personal Development, Videos, shopping, women in business
My favorite florist shows you some DIY secrets that can not only save you money on your wedding day, but a few adjustments and you’ve got an amazing arrangement for your next party! For more on Leah visit: http://www.baileflor.com/ Read More →
Tags: baileflor, bouquet, bridesmaid bouquet, caraccioli, flowers, Mary Talks Money, wedding flowers
Look Great for Less
Posted by Mary | Filed under Lifestyle, Videos, beauty, shopping, women in business
I love Dr. Ellen Marmur’s book Simple Skin Beauty. It is my skin care bible. You don’t have to spend a fortune to look your best. When you understand how things work with your skin you will make smarter purchases. Ellen is a skin cancer... (more...)
Tags: beauty, caraccioli, Dr. Ellen Marmur, facial peels, fraxel, laser face treatments, look great for less, Mary Talks Money, plastic surgery, profaces
Your Turn: Kids and Shopping
Posted by Mary | Filed under Kids, Videos, shopping
Tags: Ask Mary, caraccioli, kids and money, kids shopping, your turn
I Want That! Sneaky Ways to Teach your Kids about Money
Posted by Mary | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, Videos, shopping
One request I get from parents is, “how can I teach my kids to be better with their money?” I say start early. Begin by showing them how you make decisions. Can you explain to a 6 year old why buying a gallon of milk may be a better deal... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, kids and money, money skills, shopping
Credit Card Management
Posted by Mary | Filed under Videos, credit cards, debt, shopping
Americans are de-levering. Paying down the mountain of debt we’ve acquired over the last decade. A big part of our debt is credit card debt. As angry as we get at credit card companies, the reality is, credit cards are now a necessity. The trick... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, credit cards, debt, maryandmoney
Are American Consumers Getting their Groove Back?
Posted by Mary | Filed under Economy, shopping
I have noticed an interesting trend as the nation continues to claw out of the ugly recession. While the job picture remains bleak, those who do have jobs seem to be ready to exhale and do a little shopping. The financial collapse of a year ago triggered... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, Economy, mary caraccioli, recession, shopping, spending and income, u.s. consumer
Bolt Bus vs Amtrak
Posted by Mary | Filed under Economy, Innovators, Lifestyle, Uncategorized, shopping
All Aboard the Bolt Bus in rainy NYC Lucky me– I live within one day’s drive of 25% of the nations’ population. It can be a convenience for sure, but living along the I-95 corridor is no picnic if you actually have to drive it. I can... (more...)
Tags: amtrak, bolt bus, bus to nyc, transportation








