Sneaky Deals

Starbucks always ends up costing a little more than expected. From the holiday-themed cup to Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Unicorn Frappuccinos, and Frappy Hour, Seattle's biggest coffee chain has figured out how to keep its loyal caffeine addicts happy and thirsty for more.

Walmart is the biggest retailer in America, and that didn't happen by accident. Here are some sneaky ways Walmart gets you to spend more money than you were initially intending.

Trader Joe's has developed a cult-like following over the years. The grocery chain made $13.3 Billion in 2017 and is one of America's favorites, but have you ever wondered why it's so easy to spend money at Trader Joe's? The answer goes a bit deeper than you would think.

Fast fashion's lucrative business model relies on the ability to continuously sell a high volume of clothes. Our ability to resist the low prices is difficult, and it's partly thanks to our brain chemistry. Combine trendy clothes and cheap prices, and you have a promising business model, but what are the consequences of these shopping habits?

Costco is a wholesale retail store known for its great bargains. It offers food samples, cheap gas, and sale items to attract customers and make their shopping experiences worthwhile. But strategies like these also encourage customers to stay longer and spend more.

Fast food is supposed to be cheap and convenient, but do you ever find yourself spending more on fast food than you expected to? Fast food is getting more expensive and places like McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's are experts at getting you to spend more money. Combos, upgrades, and multiple size options are just a few of the tricks they're using.