By Lauren Schwahn, NerdWallet As you shop Black Friday deals, you may notice certain retailers offering layaway as a payment option. Layaway allows you to pay for an item over time, which can make the ...

When times are tough, layaway plans tend to thrive. This was the case during the Great Depression, when cost-conscious shoppers needed easier ways to make purchases. So they purchased items in ...

I just finished paying off my credit card bills from last Christmas, and I’ve made a resolution that it’s the last time I’m going into debt for the holidays. With that in mind, how do you feel about ...

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is offering fee-free layaway for Soldiers, Airmen, families and retirees. Starting now, the Exchange will waive the $3 service fee for items that are placed ...

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is offering fee-free layaway. The Exchange will waive the $3 service fee for items of $25 or more (including toys and bikes) that are placed on layaway ...

Curious about layaway programs after paying off your credit cards? So is a Dave Ramsey listener named Marty and who asked for ...