3 ways to get cheaper car insurance rates

Asking your current insurer for a better car insurance rate isn't always going to save you money, but you could find out about discounts -- and shopping around can definitely save you money on your insurance.

Interest rate on your high-yield savings account dropping? Don’t panic!

High-yield savings accounts pay much higher interest than traditional savings accounts. But even though rates are low, your money won’t lose much value overtime.

Work in paradise: Hawaii offering incentives to remote workers who move to state

Hawaii’s new Movers and Shakas program hopes to attract talented individuals to the islands to work remotely, forging an economy resilient to economic downturns like the one triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Refinancing your mortgage? 5 questions you should ask first

With interest rates low, homeowners may opt to refinance – but not without a good review of potential outcomes.

Black Friday online sales hit record amid COVID-19 pandemic

Black Friday online sales hit a new record this year as pandemic-wary Americans filled virtual carts instead of real ones.

Minnesota shoppers show up for Black Friday deals during pandemic

With restrictions in place in Minnesota, stores still saw plenty of foot traffic on Friday, but the COVID-19 pandemic made it a Black Friday like no other.

Sony says it will have more PS5 in stock, cites 'unprecedented' demand

As consumers deal with a shortage of supplies for Sony's PlayStation 5, the Japanese tech giant said it will be releasing more inventory to retailers before the end of the year.

Small Business Saturday more critical this holiday season amid coronavirus pandemic

Sandwiched between Black Friday and Cyber Monday is Small Business Saturday, a national initiative to shop local and break away from large box stores. However, this year shoppers will notice a few changes because of COVID-19.

How Black Friday and holiday shopping have changed for 2020

In normal times, Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year, drawing millions of shoppers eager to get started on their holiday spending. But these are not normal times.

Ways to shop small and support your favorite local businesses
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This year small businesses need your support more than ever. Retail guru and Editor-in-chief of Twin Cities Business Magazine Ali Kaplan joined the Buzz with more on the ways you can shop local over the holiday season.