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Retargeting Internet ads
Some companies are beginning to target customers who look at their website ads. If nothing is purchased, an email will follow that customer. The practice is called "retargeting" and critics say there may be concerns about privacy that may need to be addressed with regulations. Full Article.
LA’s back to school sales tax holiday set for Aug. 6-7
Louisiana’s annual sales tax holiday is scheduled for Aug. 6-7. Retail purchases allowed during the sales tax weekend include purchase of non-business items costing up to $2,500. Sales tax is applicable to any single item over $2,500. Visit sales tax holiday website.
Major Retailers Latch on to 'Hauler' Viral Videos
Thanks to the Internet, girls are doing more than bragging about their fashion finds. A growing phenomenon called "haul videos" allows shoppers to show off their purchases to the whole world on sites like YouTube. Major retailers are giving the haul video makers a commercial makeover, and it could mean big business. Full Article.
Economy grows by 2.7 percent in first quarter
The Commerce Department says that gross domestic product rose by 2.7 percent in the January-to-March period, less than the 3 percent estimate for the quarter that the government released last month. The first quarter's growth rate declined from earlier reports because consumers spent less than previously estimated, while the nation imported more goods from overseas. Full Article.
Top 5 Reasons Customers Don't Buy From You
Consumers have needs and steps that they go through that persuade them to buy a product or service. Smart business owners address five specific concepts when putting together a marketing strategy. Full Article. Similar Article
Cash for Appliances program begins April 24
The Empower LA Energy Star Appliance Rebate Program begins statewide on April 24. The program gives rebates to consumers who replace existing household appliances with new ones with the Energy Star efficiency rating. Consumers must register for a rebate before they make their purchases, and rebates are on a first-come, first-served basis. Full Article.
Feb 28, 2010 Deadline for Crop Insurance
Feb. 28, 2010 is the sales closing date for 2010 crop insurance purchases for spring-seeded crops. Signing up for insurance, changing the crop insured or level of protection and changing insurance providers must be done prior to the closing date. Full Article.
Flip Side: Why the Jury's Still Out on the Apple iPad
The challenge for Apple is whether it can convince the millions of consumers who already own an iPhone or iPod Touch, or are content with their notebook computers, that it’s worth shelling out at least $499. Until Apple gets developers to create more iPad-specific applications that showcase the hardware, it may face the same apathy that plagued other rival devices.
LA Seeks Aid for Energy Star Appliance Buyers
LA submitted its proposal for enacting an Energy Star Rebate Program to the U.S. Dept of Energy last week, but few details are being released while the proposal is under review. Full Article.
