Dollar Tree, We Need to Talk…

Hive check-in: Let’s dive into today’s narrative.

You ever walk into a store expecting one thing, only to get hit with a reality check? That’s exactly what happened to me at Dollar Tree the other day. Now, if you’ve been here before, you know I like to keep it real about the little things in life that somehow turn into big things. And right now, we need to talk about how Dollar Tree is out here playing with our emotions—and our wallets.

First, they hit us with the $1.25 switch-up, and now some items are creeping up to $1.75 starting March 25th! Inflation must be out here doing push-ups because these prices are getting stronger by the day.

Now, don’t get me wrong—I get it. The cost of literally everything is going up. Eggs, gas, rent, even my willpower to resist unnecessary Amazon purchases. But Dollar Tree? You were supposed to be the last real one, the store we could count on when our wallets were looking a little sad.

Walking into Dollar Tree used to feel like a little victory. You could grab some cleaning supplies, a few snacks, maybe even a random candle you didn’t need—all without checking your bank account first. Now, I’m squinting at price tags like, “Was this always $1.25, or am I being bamboozled?”

And let’s be real—some things were already pushing it at a dollar. You ever buy a Dollar Tree broom? One good sweep and it’s shedding more than your Auntie’s old rug. But for a dollar, we accepted it. Now, at $1.75? That broom better come with some extra durability because the struggle budget is real.

At this rate, we might have to start calling it “Dollar and Some Change Tree.” Or maybe just “Formerly a Dollar Tree.” Either way, the game has changed, and my budget is not amused.

What do y’all think? Are these price hikes a dealbreaker, or are we just rolling with the punches? Let me know in the comments!