Government

Internet offers valuable information for primary voters

Rita R. Robison / August 26, 2008

Are you overwhelmed when you look at your primary ballot? If so, in addition to asking people you know, you […]

Do you favor use of cell phones on airplanes?

Rita R. Robison / August 11, 2008

If no safety issues exist, would you approve of the use of cell phones on airplanes? More middle aged people

President to sign bill that bans lead in toys and strengthens regulation of consumer products

Rita R. Robison / August 1, 2008

Thursday, the Senate passed the final conference report of H.R. 4040 – the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008.

Who’s driving you crazy?

Rita R. Robison / July 31, 2008

Are boomers busy, busy, busy because they’re filled with anxiety and don’t know how to enjoy down time? That’s what

To get good government, get active in a political campaign at the local, state, or national level

Rita R. Robison / July 30, 2008

Americans these days are complaining loudly about politicians. Citizens are saying things such as: “Politicians are all corrupt.” “I don’t

This week's top 10 money tips

1. Take a look at this list of unique Father’s Day deals.

2. Be sure to take the time to check out the new requirements for student loan borrowers before July 1, 2026.

3. Save money on tomatoes – which have gone up 40 percent over the last year – by shopping local, comparing tomato varieties, using canned for cooking, and stocking up when prices drop.

4. Look at Costco for recent price cuts on some of its Kirkland products.

5. Use of cash or a debit card rather than a credit card results in higher costs for those consumers unlike credit card users who get rewards to offset the increased prices companies need to charge to pay for credit card swipe fees.

6. Get three written estimates, ask for itemized pricing, and do minor plumbing fixes yourself to keep plumbing costs down.

7. Check out these recommendations on what not to keep in your purse or wallet to avoid financial loss and identity theft.

8. Watch out for mortgage assistance relief companies who mislead consumers into paying unlawful upfront fees and don’t help with mortgage problems.

9. Compare mortgage rates when you buy a home so you don’t make a $62,000 mistake – the cost of not comparing mortgage rates.

10. Check out this list of items not to put in your will.

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