With Canada's loonie strong and the promise of big deals, many Canadians are hopping across the border to shop in the United States. But it's not as easy as taking a jaunt across the 49th parallel. For shoppers looking to save money, there are costs to consider for travel, currency exchange, potential duties and taxes.
Carefully planning your trip is essential, says Stephen Fine, the founder of CrossBorderShopping.ca. Mr. Fine is a lawyer and entrepreneur with a background in digital media. He started CrossBorderShopping.ca in 2007 as a deal and information portal for U.S.-bound Canadian shoppers. Read his tips on how to save money while shopping in the U.S. here.
Mr. Fine was here to answer your cross-border shopping questions in an online chat. Click on the box below to read a transcript from the discussion.
