The Conference Board released the latest Consumer Confidence Index results today. According to the reports, overall consumer confidence fell 8 percent from October. This is the fourth consecutive month the Consumer Confidence Index has declined. The Conference Board attributed diminishing consumer confidence to unstable financial markets, rising gasoline prices and possible increases in heating expenses this winter.
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As technology continues to grow, shopping becomes more eclectic and convenient. Gift cards have become a staple in holiday gift-giving. They have become one of, if not the, most popular items to give as gifts. They are practical because they allow the recipient to purchase items they really want - as opposed to giving them your best guess.
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First, holiday shopping traffic at the malls. Now, holiday shopping traffic online.

The post-Thanksgiving weekend saw crowds of shoppers at malls and stores trying to score the best deal. Now, many of those people are back to work or at home, and will try to snag some deals online as retailers await the first rush of holiday shopping via the Internet.
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This is the last holiday season to take advantage of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct 2005). To qualify for the tax credits offered by EPAct 2005, you must act before Dec. 31, 2007. If you’re planning on buying a vehicle or home energy efficiency products, then you still have time to capitalize on this opportunity.
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