Archive for May, 2010
8 Tips for a Successful Community Yard Sale
May 27, 2010 - Picking the right time and a high-traffic location are the first rules for a community yard sale. But don't spend a lot of time writing out price tags.
New Fed Website Not Much Help to Consumers
May 26, 2010 - The Fed recently announced a new website designed to help consumers choose the best credit card for their needs. Too bad it doesn't do anything of the sort.
Can’t Pay Your Student Loans? Ask for a Deferment
May 26, 2010 - If you can't pay your student loans because of job loss, illness or other hardship, you may be able to get a deferment.
Do You Want an Electronic Personal Health Record?
May 25, 2010 - Putting all your health records in one electronic place sounds like a great idea. But how do you control who can see the information?
6 Tips to Get What You Want From Customer Service
May 24, 2010 - You may not always get what you want from customer service, but if you use the right tactics, you'll almost always get what you need.
Uncle Sam will Give You $6,000 to Learn a New Trade
May 21, 2010 - A federal grant program helps displaced workers train for new, in-demand careers with up to $6,000.
Mortgage Rates Plunge to 25-Year Low
May 20, 2010 - According to one well-known weekly survey, last week's mortgage rates cracked 5% for the first time since 1985.
Sinkholes! Potholes! Are You Covered or are there Holes in Your Insurance?
May 20, 2010 - All kinds of holes, from sinkholes to doughnut holes, can have financial repercussions. Which disasters does your insurance cover?
Hidden Travel Costs Boost Vacation Expenses
May 19, 2010 - You've gone online and gotten the best possible deals on your plane fare, rental car and hotel. Think your costs are covered? Think again.
Antivirus Software is a Waste of Money
May 18, 2010 - You need an antivirus program on your computer. But that doesn't mean you need to pay for it.
The 5 Best Companies for Customer Service
May 17, 2010 - Whether you own a business or work at one, customer service is crucial for success. The best in customer service and what we can all learn.
Credit Card Changes in Store?
May 17, 2010 - With the passage of last year's CARD act, consumers won major concessions from credit card companies. Now it may be your local merchant's turn.
The Right Way to Close a Credit Card Account
May 16, 2010 - Here's a question I recently got from a viewer. It's a common one...see if you can relate.
6 Tips for Lower Medical Bills and Cheaper Drugs
May 13, 2010 - My health insurance policy features a $5,000 deductible, and I'm not shy about letting my doctor know that I'll be paying my bills myself. But if the thought of discussing money with your doctor leaves you feeling ill, check out this story.
7 Tips to Finding the Grill of Your Dreams
May 11, 2010 - Comparing today's grills to those of yesteryear is like comparing a Ferrari to a Model T. Here's a quick guide to finding the grill of your dreams.
