B.T. Ballenger
Best Buy Accidentally Gave Away $50 Off Coupons
B.T. Ballenger on January 30, 2013
Last week, couponers went a little crazy with an infinitely reuseable discount – until they were shut down.
Can Bundling Cut Your Tech Bill?
B.T. Ballenger on January 30, 2013
Tech spending now accounts for more than 4 percent of the average family’s annual budget. Can you save more?
FTC Catches Alleged $70 Million Scammers
B.T. Ballenger on January 29, 2013
The federal government is accusing a Montana family of ripping off thousands of consumers with fradulent phone charges.
Getting Your Health Plan to Cover Pricy Prescriptions
B.T. Ballenger on January 29, 2013
Insurance is a pain to navigate, but you can often get help and persistence pays off.
Trick to Saving on Airfare: Buy More Tickets
B.T. Ballenger on January 29, 2013
Combining two one-way fares is sometimes markedly cheaper than the round-trip price.
Guess the Super Bowl Coin Toss, Win Pizza
B.T. Ballenger on January 29, 2013
Papa John’s will give you a free large 1-topping pie if you’re right.
YouTube To Add Monthly Subscription Fees
B.T. Ballenger on January 29, 2013
Some content channels will soon cost up to $5 per month.
Unlocking Your Phone Is Now Illegal
B.T. Ballenger on January 28, 2013
Unless you have permission from your carrier, you can’t use your phone on another network, including overseas.
6 Things That Will Cost Less This Year
B.T. Ballenger on January 28, 2013
Used cars will be more of a bargain in 2013. Guess what else? (Hint: not “last year’s model” stuff.)
Washington D.C. Cabs Must Take Credit Cards
B.T. Ballenger on January 28, 2013
Starting March 31, the city will force taxis to take plastic.
Thief Calls Cops to Get Back What He Stole
B.T. Ballenger on January 28, 2013
A second thief robbed the first of an iPhone he had just stolen. How do you like them Apples?
Watch for Credit Card Skimming Scams
B.T. Ballenger on January 28, 2013
ATMs can be used to rip off customers if a criminal tampers with them. Here’s what to do.
How to Get a Degree Without Taking Any Classes
B.T. Ballenger on January 25, 2013
It’s possible at the University of Wisconsin, if you’re smart enough.
Consumer Bureau Chief Renominated
B.T. Ballenger on January 25, 2013
President Obama isn’t done wrangling with Republicans over consumer rights, and wants Richard Cordray to stay.
Heavy Multitasking Makes You Worse At It
B.T. Ballenger on January 25, 2013
That’s the conclusion of a new scientific study.
Apple Supplier Used Child Labor
B.T. Ballenger on January 25, 2013
One Chinese manufacturer had dozens of employees under 16. Apple ditched them.
The Pay-What-You-Can Panera
B.T. Ballenger on January 25, 2013
A non-profit version called Panera Cares lets you set your own price for a meal. No strings attached, no weird looks.
Study Shows How Much Speeding Hurts Fuel Efficiency
B.T. Ballenger on January 24, 2013
A lead foot may be costing you hundreds of dollars for little benefit.
How Good Is Your Credit Score?
B.T. Ballenger on January 24, 2013
Is 790 great or just OK? That depends on who’s scoring you.
Credit Card Penalty Fees Fall
B.T. Ballenger on January 24, 2013
A 2009 law has saved consumers billions in harsh fees over the past few years.
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