The National Retail Federation expects cupid to be very good this year. Projected sales for today: $18.9 billion. According to a survey, the average person will spend $142.31 on holiday stuff (candy, cards, gifts, etc.); this is up slightly from $133.91 last year.

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The National Retail Federation expects consumers to “keep budgets in check” this year. Projected sales for today: $17.3 billion. According to a survey, the average person will spend $133.91 on holiday stuff (candy, cards, gifts, etc.); this is up slightly from $130.97 last year.

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It’s tax time! Be sure and check out my tax books – you’ll find the complete list of books here.  Plus, find the new supplements for each tax book right here on my site:  J.K. Lasser’s Small Business Taxes 2014 and J.K. Lasser’s 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks 2014.