Posted: 12/09/2010
You might be focused on Christmas shopping right now, but get ready to spend more on these 20 things in 2011. Beth Pinsker, Executive Editor of dealnews, says these prices will jump up next year.
1. Car Insurance. She says car insurance goes up faster than inflation.
2. Chocolate. Cocoa prices are at a 30-year high. Pinsker says you might see retailers use smaller boxes.
3. VoIP services. These services can be taxed, so you should see higher prices in using companies like Vonage.
4. Airfare. Fares themselves might not cost more. Pinsker says airlines made so much money on fees for baggage and snacks that you're likely to see more extra charges.
5. Cars. During the recession, it was a buyer's market. But now, dealers won't be so eager to get cars off their lot.
6. Nintendo 3DS. The handheld video gaming device is expected to be released in February. The cost is expected to be over $300. But the Nintendo 3DS will be cutting edge with 3 cameras and the ability to connect to the internet.
7. Health Insurance. Health care costs are going up. Your insurance company will pass those increases onto you.
8. Breakfast. Grain prices are high. Pinsker says you'll pay more for cereal, milk, eggs and bacon.
9. Coffee. Coffee futures are up. And that means it will cost more to get you going in the morning.
10. Music. Apple raised prices for songs two years ago. Pinsker says you should expect to see prices creep higher in 2011.
To see the other 10 items that will go up in price, click here .
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