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| Past Consumer News April 08 - April 15, 2008 |
| RISING BANK FEES ARE COSTING US April 15, 2008 - Millions of Americans are paying hight fees at their local banks in the form of hight credit card rates, ATM and cash advance fees, and even fees for deposit slips or to talk to a teller. THE FORECLOSURE CRISIS HAS HIT THE RENTAL MARKET April 15, 2008 - Foreclosures have added new demands among credit-impaired former homeowners. Some will look for roommates while others will try to rent an apartment, condo or house. THE TRUTH ABOUT FEEDING YOUR BABY April 15, 2008 - Find out what the professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado has to say about the myths and realities of feeding your beautiful baby. 4 BIG HEALTH WHOPPERS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT April 15, 2008 - Most of us want to believe in "miracle" cures, especially if you're really sick, but if it sounds too good to be true. . . . EXPERT'S GUIDE: PROTECT YOUR 401K April 15, 2008 - Before you open your quarterly statement for your retirement investments, here is what you need to know to safeguard your 401k in a shaky economy. HOW MUCH IS A NICKEL REALLY WORTH? April 14, 2008 - Because of copper's price, the value of a nickel is more than a nickel. Penny hoarding has already started and it appears the nickel hoarding isn't far behind. DELL CHASES CHEAP NOTEBOOK BUYERS April 14, 2008 - The move into low-cost PC's fits with the company's plans to target more niche markets. It will be towards the end of the year until we see the new cheapo's. ARE COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS DANGEROUS? April 14, 2008 - Compact florescent light bulbs contain a minuscule amount of mercury, and you can't safely ignore potential contact with it. 15 WAYS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR LUNCH HOUR April 14, 2008 - Don't let your break become an extension of your already overburdened day. Try to take a mental or physical break. FBI: $240 MILLION LOST IN 2007 FROM INTERNET CRIMES April 14, 2008 - A report from the FBI warns of online social networking and romance fraud schemes as the top crimes. In 2007 the FBI's Internet Complaint Center (IC3) received 206,884 complaints. HOW TO REJOIN THE WORKFORCE AFTER RAISING THE KIDS April 13, 2008 - What's it like for women or men to enter the workforce after a few years of raising kids. Here are some tips. FOODBORNE ILLNESSES REMAIN CONSTANT IN THE U.S. April 13, 2008 - The CDC reports that more needs to be done to extend safety practices to protect consumers. HOW BIG SHOULD MY CAR DOWN PAYMENT BE? April 13, 2008 - Question: You're saving to buy a new car so you want to figure out how much of a down payment you should have? Answer: The above link will let you know. 4 WAYS TO FIGURE OUT HOW "GREEN" A PRODUCT REALLY IS April 13, 2008 - Spending a little extra on "green" products may make you feel better, but it may not have as much of an earth friendly impact as you hope. NEW MINT MAY REDUCE CAVITIES IN KIDS April 13, 2008 - I say anything that can save me money on the kids teeth is worth a try. In the test, the all-natural substance cut cavities by 62%. WHY WILL CLINTON AND OBAMA TALK ABOUT RELIGION BUT NOT SCIENCE? April 12, 2997 - Both are going to debate over faith and values that will be broadcast by the Church Communication Network but they declined to participate in a science debate which now is cancelled. MALT-O-MEAL CEREALS CONTAIN SALMONELLA IN THEIR PRODUCTS April 12, 2008 - America's fourth largest cereal maker has a salmonella problem. The company's website says they know the "root cause" of the problem, but won't offer any other details. TOYOTA RECALLS 540,000 COROLLA AND MATRIX CARS April 12, 2008 - Bolts in the power window system are coming loose and causing windows to shatter. |
WORLD'S MOST EXPENSIVE CAR WAX
CLEANS BOTH YOUR CAR & WALLET
April 11, 2008 - I don't know why I'm posting
this article. Are there any visitors out there
that visit my site that can afford this? If you
did have the $$$ would you buy it?
POT GROWERS ALERT - PILOTLESS
DRONES ARE SPYING ON YOU
April 11, 2008 - The Forest Service has
bought a pair of flying drones to help find
pot growers in California.
5 WAYS YOUR COMPUTER USE CAN
GET YOU FIRED
April 11, 2008 - Employees need to know
their organization's policies on E-mail and
the Internet. I would worry about the bigger
companies the most, and remember . . . you
never know who's watching.
FORGET LOANS AT BANKS - REGULAR
PEOPLE WILL LOAN YOU $$$ ONLINE
April 11, 2008 - Some consumers are finding
help by going online to find people willing
to make loans. The popularity and ease of
getting money this way (and by-passing the
banks) is growing everyday.
THE REASON WHY AUTO MAKERS
DON'T SELL CARS THAT GET 50 MPG
April 10, 2008 - With gas prices at record
levels, wouldn't it be great if you could
drive a car that gets 50 miles per gallon?
Well you can. Just get on a terrorist free
plane and fly to Europe.
HOW TO RESEARCH AN UNKNOWN
ONLINE RETAILER
April 10, 2008 - You see a great deal for an
item you want but the super great price is
only available at an online company you've
never heard of. Do you buy it?
CAN YOU BUY A TV WITHOUT BUYING
AN EXTRA WARRANTY, CABLE, ETC.
April 10, 2008 - TV buyers take a stand . . .
and often a warranty and a cable plan. Be
warned you will be pressured into paying
for "extras" as retailer profits on TV's fall.
IS YOUR DOG DEPRESSED, BORED OR
IN PAIN?
April 9, 2008 - Can well-fed, comfortably
housed dogs show signs of depression or
anxiety? Could these signs actually be
indicators of chronic pain, or even
boredom? If food puzzles don't work, try
therapy before "Puppy Prozac."
WHY YOU'RE SUCH A BIG SUCKER
April 9, 2008 - I Bet you think you spend
money pretty sensibly. Well don't bet on it
as most consumers often spend more when
they plan to spend less.
HOW TO SHOP FOR STUDENT LOANS
April 9, 2008 - The credit crunch has
squeezed the education market, so you
have to start looking for the best deal now.
EXTREME SAVERS SHARE THEIR
SECRETS
April 9, 2008 - Unless you're super rich,
being thrifty is becoming more popular. As
the cost of food and gas skyrockets, saving
has become a must. Here are the secrets.
CARS WITH THE MOST THRILL PER
GALLON
April 9, 2008 - Americans are pinching
pennies at the pump but who wants to give
up the joy of driving something with a little
zip to it. Here's a review of the cars with the
best "muscle per gallon."
HOW NOT TO GET RIPPED OFF WITH
CAR RENTALS
April 8, 2008 - Ever wonder why some
people get cheap rates and you don't? If
you don't know any better, you can easily
get ripped off when renting a car.
GRANDMA'S STAIN BUSTERS STILL
WORK IN MODERN TIMES
April 8, 2008 - Here are some cheap, quick
and easy ways to tackle life's scum, smears,
glop and spills. Simple ingredients and
simple steps makes cleaning . . . simple.
THE ROAD TO BECOMING A RICH IDIOT
April 8, 2008 - Ever met a rich idiot? Follow
the tale of how some people become rich
without really trying.
TICKETMASTER CHARGES 168% OF
CONCERT TICKET PRICE IN FEES
April 8, 2008 - Check out these fees added
to a concert ticket from ticketmaster. Fees
include items such as mandatory parking,
processing and convenience charges.
U.S. LOSES MOST JOBS IN 5 YEARS
April 8, 2008 - Employers slashed 80,000 jobs
in March according to a monthly report by
the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The number
is significantly higher than economists
where expecting.
HAVE YOU EVER HAD A GADGET THAT
ALWAYS SCREWED UP?
April 12, 2008 - There is a photo contest
going on over at wired to see who can come
up with the best picture of getting rid of that
piece of junk once and for all. Great Photos.
CLEANS BOTH YOUR CAR & WALLET
April 11, 2008 - I don't know why I'm posting
this article. Are there any visitors out there
that visit my site that can afford this? If you
did have the $$$ would you buy it?
POT GROWERS ALERT - PILOTLESS
DRONES ARE SPYING ON YOU
April 11, 2008 - The Forest Service has
bought a pair of flying drones to help find
pot growers in California.
5 WAYS YOUR COMPUTER USE CAN
GET YOU FIRED
April 11, 2008 - Employees need to know
their organization's policies on E-mail and
the Internet. I would worry about the bigger
companies the most, and remember . . . you
never know who's watching.
FORGET LOANS AT BANKS - REGULAR
PEOPLE WILL LOAN YOU $$$ ONLINE
April 11, 2008 - Some consumers are finding
help by going online to find people willing
to make loans. The popularity and ease of
getting money this way (and by-passing the
banks) is growing everyday.
THE REASON WHY AUTO MAKERS
DON'T SELL CARS THAT GET 50 MPG
April 10, 2008 - With gas prices at record
levels, wouldn't it be great if you could
drive a car that gets 50 miles per gallon?
Well you can. Just get on a terrorist free
plane and fly to Europe.
HOW TO RESEARCH AN UNKNOWN
ONLINE RETAILER
April 10, 2008 - You see a great deal for an
item you want but the super great price is
only available at an online company you've
never heard of. Do you buy it?
CAN YOU BUY A TV WITHOUT BUYING
AN EXTRA WARRANTY, CABLE, ETC.
April 10, 2008 - TV buyers take a stand . . .
and often a warranty and a cable plan. Be
warned you will be pressured into paying
for "extras" as retailer profits on TV's fall.
IS YOUR DOG DEPRESSED, BORED OR
IN PAIN?
April 9, 2008 - Can well-fed, comfortably
housed dogs show signs of depression or
anxiety? Could these signs actually be
indicators of chronic pain, or even
boredom? If food puzzles don't work, try
therapy before "Puppy Prozac."
WHY YOU'RE SUCH A BIG SUCKER
April 9, 2008 - I Bet you think you spend
money pretty sensibly. Well don't bet on it
as most consumers often spend more when
they plan to spend less.
HOW TO SHOP FOR STUDENT LOANS
April 9, 2008 - The credit crunch has
squeezed the education market, so you
have to start looking for the best deal now.
EXTREME SAVERS SHARE THEIR
SECRETS
April 9, 2008 - Unless you're super rich,
being thrifty is becoming more popular. As
the cost of food and gas skyrockets, saving
has become a must. Here are the secrets.
CARS WITH THE MOST THRILL PER
GALLON
April 9, 2008 - Americans are pinching
pennies at the pump but who wants to give
up the joy of driving something with a little
zip to it. Here's a review of the cars with the
best "muscle per gallon."
HOW NOT TO GET RIPPED OFF WITH
CAR RENTALS
April 8, 2008 - Ever wonder why some
people get cheap rates and you don't? If
you don't know any better, you can easily
get ripped off when renting a car.
GRANDMA'S STAIN BUSTERS STILL
WORK IN MODERN TIMES
April 8, 2008 - Here are some cheap, quick
and easy ways to tackle life's scum, smears,
glop and spills. Simple ingredients and
simple steps makes cleaning . . . simple.
THE ROAD TO BECOMING A RICH IDIOT
April 8, 2008 - Ever met a rich idiot? Follow
the tale of how some people become rich
without really trying.
TICKETMASTER CHARGES 168% OF
CONCERT TICKET PRICE IN FEES
April 8, 2008 - Check out these fees added
to a concert ticket from ticketmaster. Fees
include items such as mandatory parking,
processing and convenience charges.
U.S. LOSES MOST JOBS IN 5 YEARS
April 8, 2008 - Employers slashed 80,000 jobs
in March according to a monthly report by
the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The number
is significantly higher than economists
where expecting.
HAVE YOU EVER HAD A GADGET THAT
ALWAYS SCREWED UP?
April 12, 2008 - There is a photo contest
going on over at wired to see who can come
up with the best picture of getting rid of that
piece of junk once and for all. Great Photos.
