Online Shopping With A Twist

Are you high on the idea of online shopping because of the convenience but not so keen on the shipping charges that might apply? Or maybe you just don't like the idea of having lots of packages arrive at your house-especially when you're not sure if you're going to be home. Don't you wish there was a compromise?

There is. You might be interested in a program that more and more retailers are adopting these days-the option to shop for products online but pick them up at the store.

Here's a list of retailers that offer this option on their Web sites:

• Best Buy
• JCPenney
• Sears
• Walmart

These so called "buy online, pick up in-store" policies might allow you to take advantage of some of the best things online shopping has to offer while helping you avoid a few that are not.