Best Deals

BUTCH IN CANOGA PARK WRITES:  "Alan you talk a lot about Las Vegas. There are so many 'deals' with hotels and air packages I don't know where to start. Is it better to buy a package or just drive? Also where really is the 
best deal for a buffet?"

Thanks for the email, and wow that's a lot of information you are asking for!

First of all, driving or flying is a personal choice with a lot of factors.  Frankly, I find it easier to drive than to go to LAX or Burbank Airport early, go through security, wait for a plane, and then do it all over again for the trip home from Vegas.  I also like the freedom that driving gives me and my wife -- we don't have to follow the airline's schedule.  Don't forget about the added cost of taking a taxi to and from the airport in Vegas, and don't forget about the cost of parking either at the airports here in So Cal.

I'm not much of a buffet person in Vegas because I don't eat that much.  I'm always on a diet, but I'm told that some of the buffets at the Station Casinos' resorts including Green Valley Ranch give you a lot of bang for the buck.

I've had the seafood buffet at The Rio, but frankly my wife and I were disappointed by the selection and quality.

Should you buy a "package" for your Vegas visit?  I can't answer that except to say you have to "price it out."  By all means go with a "budget," but take the time to make some phone calls for room rates.  One warning: Vegas is not as "cheap" as it used to be.  The era of $10 buffets, $10 shows, and $20 rooms is over.

TTLANA IN LAKEWOOD WRITES: "I often hear you refer to the 'alley in the valley'. Just where is it?"

Thanks for your email.  It is on Reseda Boulevard, north of the 101 Freeway exit, in the southeast corner of Reseda at Oxnard Streets.   It is an actual "alley" behind the row of stores at Reseda and Oxnard.  When you stop in to the various discounters there, please say "hello" for me.

CHAE IN NORTH HOLLYWOOD WRITES:  "Stumpled on your show amd I was hooked for a half hour. Wonder if you have any deals for large size clothing for women."

Yes, Susie's Deals has a large selection of $5 clothing for women, and from time to time I've seen large size clothing at My Fair Lady in Tarzana.  To find Susie's Deals go to our "Previous Shows" link on the home page and you will find them listed on Show #1.  Or use this information:

Susie's Deals
2018 Atlantic Blvd.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
323-722-1069
http://www.susiesdeals.com/

And My Fair Lady is in the Alley In The Valley discount shopping area at the intersection of Reseda Boulevard and Oxnard Street in Tarzana.  The "alley" is located in the southeast corner behind a strip mall at that intersection.  Look for the sign on Reseda Boulevard, and do tell them "hello" for me.

ED IN CASTAIC WRITES:  "Went to Superco website. Unable to surf it due to the fact it is not in English. Your show is great, a lot of information in a half hour."

Yes, we were surprised as well to find that Superco's web site is not in English.  Superco has a large Asian customer base and they came to us to help grow their business.  We think we are helping them.  The Superco video was one of the most-watched videos on our site after our TV show was on KCAL9.  There is a written summary of the Superco video in our TIPS section and I hope that will help you get more information.  Superco's phone number is also listed in the show summary page.  Hopefully, they will have an English version of their web site for their new customers.

KAREN IN SANTA MONICA WRITES:  "I love your show on TV and discovered your web site (I bookmarked it). I visit it once a week for your tips and alerts. I am curious though, why so many reports on Las Vegas? I am more interested on "deals" in the LA area. Thank you."

Thank you for your comment and email.  We have a lot of articles on Las Vegas for several reasons.  First, Vegas is a prime destinantion for many in Southern California who want a quick vacation.  Second, Southern Cal is a prime market for businesses there, and nearly half of the visitors to Vegas come from SoCal.  I hope that in the future you will find some help, tips and advice in our Vegas articles that will help you.  Thanks for finding us and bookmarking our site.

ANN OF NEWPORT BEACH WRITES:  "Watched your show about the pallets of toys around christmas, great ideas regarding the wholesale and resale on ebay. As an ex-mortgage broker I am looking for the next direction of real estate to utilize my knowledge possibly in the foreclosure/hard money marketplace, do you have any sugguestions?"

Thanks for your viewer comment.  The wholesaler that sells pallets of merchandise that can be used for eBay sales is Via Trading in Vernon and they are at 2750 S. Alameda St. and their phone number is 877-202-3616.  Please mention Best Deals when you go there as extra discounts for our viewers are available.

As you know I write frequently about real estate in the Tips and Alerts sections of our web site.  I don't think that there will be a massive wave of foreclosures, but I do think the market will slow and prices will moderate.  I do not think there will be a crash.

I think the "hard money" play for now is in gold and silver bullion and coins, and if you watched my news reports on KCAL over the years, you will know that I have been a big "fan" of gold and silver, and my predictions about rising prices for gold and silver have been directly "on target" over the past four years.  I think the metals will move higher.  I told a friend of mine who has a retail store that he should start selling one ounce gold and silver coins at his cash register.  I gave him that advice more than a year ago, and had he followed it, he would have made some substantial profits by now, just one year later.

But please keep in mind, there is risk with the metals.  I was around "in the market" in the early 1980s when gold and silver prices collapsed.  Be careful.

TONY IN PASADENA WRITES:  "The piece on WestsideRentals.com was great! I used the service for negotiating leverage and got major concessions from my existing landlord -- and I didn't have to move!"

We are always pleased to hear that a viewer used one of the companies or services we profiled and got great results.  Many thanks, Tony.  Don't forget to use our SEARCH feature on our home page in the "welcome box" to find other companies that might be able to help you.

JAMES IN TORRANCE WRITES:  "I want to buy engagment ring where do I go for best deal L.A. jewelry mart? I remember a show a while back Alan did about another place but i didn't write it down."

Try Oscar's Design Jewelry in the downtown LA jewelry mart.  And recently we featured a discounter of diamond jewelry, J.R.'s Jewelry on Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks.  

RA NOSH IN GLENDALE WRITES:  "Hi Alan. A friend of mine has a GPS system in his car. I would like a portable one but there are so many with different prices. Which one is the Best Deal? Thank you."

Try SOS Electronics in downtown Los Angeles.  We featured them on the show a few weeks ago and they have various GPS systems.

DAVID IN WEST HOLLYWOOD WRITES: "A year or two ago I saw a segment on KCAL about used clothing stores for high end clothes & accessories. My wife wants a Coach or Gucci bag, but doesn't want to pay top dollar. She also doesn't want to get a cheap knockoff that will fall apart in a year. Please let me know the names of the stores. I believe one was in Beverly Hills and one in Hollywood, on Melrose, perhaps. Thanks!" 

Well, those stores were in business a couple of years ago, and frankly I don't know if they are still in business.  There is a handbag store in the Alley In The Valley, off Reseda Boulevard, just south of Oxnard Street in Tarzana.  Please mention me when you go there.

JEFFREY B. IN WEST HOLLYWOOD WRITES:  "I am paying my landlords mortage payment with this insane rent. I was looking at all the building in downtown LA or Long Beach. Where are the real real estate DEALS?"

We are starting to add real estate deals to our site and to our TV show.  We also have some mortgage companies listed that might be able to help you. 

JUDI IN RIVERSIDE WRITES: "It would be great if you had a search on your website for things (such as luggage) not featured in your recent previous shows."

Hi and thanks.  Yes, we have a SEARCH feature now on our home page, in the "welcome box" near the top of the home page.  Please use it. 

ARA IN LOS ANGELES WRITES: "yo alan i went on a weekend hunt to the hot spots on your show for tile i spent 18k on my house w/ your finding as opposed to a job that would have cost 25k. thanks!" 

Yikes!  We love to hear about big savings. 

GIGI IN PICO RIVERA WRITES: "great show. learned of new places to shop. just need to get the address of place where they have the discarded items of celebrities, ie. clothes, shoes, etc." 

Thanks alot.  You might try "It's A Wrap" in Burbank for the store selling clothing from movie and TV shows and from celebrities. 

FRANK IN CARSON WRITES: "I've been watching you for a few years now and you are great! Thanks for all the info on great deals!!"

JOSE IN BAKERSFIELD WRITES:  "I'm eternally greatful to you. You have so much information on your show that traslates into huge saving s for all of us. Your sources have given me the oppoetunity to export some of this merchandise and make some money. Thank you."

We have featured several businesses that sell wholesale quantities of merchandise for folks who export or sell on eBay or in their own stores.  Please use our SEARCH feature for these "eBay sellers."

TOM IN ORANGE WRITES: "I'M LOOKING FOR DISCOUNT STORE THAT SELL USED FURNITURE. I BELIEVE I HEARD YOU COMMENT ABOUT ONE THAT SELLS FURNITURE USED IN MODEL HOMES AND ON MOVIE/TV SHOWS."

Please go to our SEARCH feature and enter the key words of "used furniture."  Also, we have recently added Hotel Surplus Outlet to our TV show and they have great deals that might fit your needs.

MIGUEL IN LA WRITES:  "Hello there, i am a big fan of yours, i always liked seeing your best beals during the holidays, you always have such good bargains, this past holiday season i saw one of your specials about buying pallets of stuff toys,cloths,supplies and i want to get the site down but didnt get a chance so i am asking you if you can do me a favor and tell me the info or the web site. Thank you." 

That is VIA TRADING and please use the SEARCH feature on our home page to find their video on the site!

SHERRY IN SUN CITY WRITES:  "I watched your show for the first time today and loved it! I found so many great places to check out. I have been studying your web site for more information I can use. Thank you!"

Thank you and please check the articles in the ALERTS and TIPS sections.  You'll find those tabs at the top of the home page.

KANDACE IN NEWPORT BEACH WRITES:  "Wonderful program!! I'm going to pass the info to all I know and along with a link to your Website.So glad I came across your special. Everyone wants a deal after utility and fuel bills drain our wallets. Good show Alan. I look forward to the next one!" 

ROXANNE IN ORANGE COUNTY WRITES:  "Thank you, Alan for taking the time to research and share your findings with the public. Your efforts and info are very much appreciated! :-)"

CINDY IN SIMI VALLEY WRITES:  "I have seen you years ago, so happy your still great and going strong! Glad I just found your show. It's so helpful, thanks."

Thanks.  I have more "silver" in my hair now but I still love finding the deals. 

MARISOL IN SANTA ANA WRITES:  "I love your show!!!Please don't take it off the air. Great Job ALAN!!!"

Many thanks and we hope to expand to a weekly show soon!

CARMEN IN VENTURA WRITES:  "Alan you already go me to save over $200 from one of your sponsors. Should I spend or invest??"

Put it in an IRA! 

SHERRY IN LA WRITES:  "What a great show. I have watched you over the years and once again you are the BEST. I love your show and have shared it with so many. Keep up the good work. I look forward to the next show."

Thanks and remember that in between shows I post new information in the ALERTS and TIPS sections here on the web site.

CLAIRE IN WEST LA WRITES:  "Came across show as I was channel surfing and was impressed with the variety of services/stores in the program. The website was easy to navigate and has all the details so I can watch the show instead of trying to scribble down details."

Many thanks, and please visit our site often including the ALERTS and TIPS sections which contains additional money-saving info that is not on the TV show.

MYRA IN VENTURA WRITES:  "I love the deals you show on television and on this site. I thank you because being on a hard budget you need deals. Thanks to your program I can save more and use the rest of the money to enjoy on other things."

Many thanks and please read my ALERTS and TIPS sections for more money saving information.

PATRICE IN POMONA WRITES:  "Great show and informative as always ...You have been a great resource for many a year and your online site is easy to navigate, appreciate being able to review the segment video clips again, and with ease. Thanks to you, we all may prosper a bit better in the coming year as well as at the end of this year !!!"

DENNIS IN COSTA MESA WRITES:  "I don’t write these often. While visiting my sister I stumbled upon your show. I wanted you to know I found it interesting and inspiring. Great little nuggets." 

Many thanks for your comments. 

CARRIE IN SAN FERNANDO WRITES:  "Alan I love your new "Deals" show. It is the fastest half hour I have ever experienced. I didn't worry about writing anything down because I saw you had everything for me on the web site. What a great idea this show is. I am going to Tevo it! Put the show on every week!!!"

Right now, our show is broadcast every other week on KCAL but we are hoping to expand to a weekly schedule soon. 

CAROLINA IN PASADENA WRITES:  "Your commentary caught my ear and then I stopped cooking, watched as you proceeded to ask prices and was hooked. (I have already written down your next two shows on my calendar so I won't miss them)... you do a great service to us folks getting ready to begin our Christmas shopping by listing these fabulous deals."

Thanks for the kind words and remember to use our SEARCH feature and to check the text of our various shows in the "Tips" section.

MARK IN STANTON WRITES:  "I saw the show and is was great. I want to go to a few of those stores. Have set my DVR to record it. Good work."

Thanks, and don't forget that you can use the SEARCH feature on our home page (in the introduction text box) and you can view our previous shows from the "previous shows button" on the right side of the home page.