THE PICKSTEAD GUIDES

Money

Spending decisions rather than products. What a thing really costs, when to wait, and when a sale is not a saving.

Knowing when to buy

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Money / Buying guide

The Thirty-Day Clock Matters More Than the Discount

Cabeau's lifetime replacement and Kryptonite's theft offer both need registering within 30 days of purchase, and a sale price does not pause that. JanSport and Kahtoola follow the receipt instead.

Managing your money

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Money / Buying guide

The Yearly Line Behind a One-Time Price

A wristband, a toothbrush handle and a cat fountain each carry a recurring cost the price tag does not show. Put the year's total beside the purchase price before deciding what you are actually buying.

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