Top 10 consumer stories for 2010
It’s been a mixed year for American consumers. While some important consumer protection measures have been passed, a sluggish economy […]
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What were your best and worst consumer experiences this week?
Which consumer happenings cheered you this week and which ones made you want to scream or weep? Here are my
Top 10 baby boomer complaints about products and services
Everyone is aware that baby boomers like to buy things. With tough economic times, it’s important to boomers that the
Recall of the Week: Siemens and Murray circuit breakers due to fire hazard
Siemens Industry is recalling about 2.2 million Siemens and Murray circuit breakers, load centers, and meter combos. The recalled circuit
Happy birthday baby boomer President Barack Obama
It’s president Obama’s birthday. He’s 49 today. And he's still a baby boomer, although he doesn't describe himself as
Eight deaths, 3,300 injuries occur each year from children falling out of windows
When people open their windows during the summer, the number of children falling out of them increases. In recent weeks,
Consumers victimized by Chase Financial Funding can still file claims
Refund checks are being distributed by the Federal Trade Commission to borrowers lured by a firm charged with deceptive advertising
10 cities where it’s cheaper to own than rent
In this housing crisis, prices have fallen so much that it’s less expensive for consumers to buy in some cities
How to keep raccoons out of your yard
About five years ago, a raccoon family sauntered across my yard in the middle of the afternoon. When I tried