Krystal Steinmetz
Can’t Wait for Cyber Monday? Now You Don’t Have To
Krystal Steinmetz on November 27, 2015
Following the trend set with Black Friday sales, some retailers are planning to launch their online shopping deals Sunday, before Cyber Monday, and extend them through Cyber Week.
Common Crib Accessory Blamed for Spike in Infant Deaths
Krystal Steinmetz on November 25, 2015
Doctors are calling for a ban on the sale of crib bumpers, padding originally designed to protect babies from other hazards.
U.S. Student Loan Picture Grim as Total Debt Surpasses $1.2 Trillion
Krystal Steinmetz on November 25, 2015
A new report reveals that the average size of student loans has increased, and a growing number of student loan borrowers are 90 days behind or defaulting on their loans.
What Are the Odds? Lotto Player Just Won $1 Million for the Second Time
Krystal Steinmetz on November 24, 2015
Some people seem to have all the luck, like Constance Carpenito, who just won her second $1 million in 19 years with a scratch ticket from the Massachusetts Lottery.
Inspector General to IRS: Focus Audits on Wealthiest Americans
Krystal Steinmetz on November 24, 2015
A new report says the Internal Revenue Service is spending too much time and effort auditing rich Americans when it should be going after the uber-rich, where the big money is.
Massive Drug Company Merger Adds Up to Major Tax Benefits (for Them)
Krystal Steinmetz on November 24, 2015
A $160 billion pharmaceutical company merger will allow Viagra-making Pfizer to move its headquarters out of the United States.
Starwood Hotels Data Breach Detected at 54 Hotels
Krystal Steinmetz on November 24, 2015
Hackers used malware to steal customers’ payment card information from Starwood hotels across the country, including some Sheraton, Westin and W hotels. Are you at risk?
Are You Past Due With Uncle Sam? You Could Lose Your Passport
Krystal Steinmetz on November 24, 2015
An amendment included in the federal highway bill authorizes the government to deny or revoke passports for tax delinquent Americans. Find out how much money you have to owe before the State Department comes after your passport.
AMA Calls for a Ban on Prescription Drug Advertisements to Save Patients Money
Krystal Steinmetz on March 4, 2021
The American Medical Association says direct-to-consumer ads are driving up treatment costs, but their efforts to ban the ads will likely run into a legal challenge.
Women’s Earnings Will Catch Up to Men’s (Got a Century?)
Krystal Steinmetz on November 22, 2015
Despite some progress toward gender equality, the pace is glacial and the United States is backsliding, according to a new report.
Imported from Sweden: Spotify’s Remarkable Parental Leave Policy
Krystal Steinmetz on November 20, 2015
The music streaming company is offering new moms and dads six full months of paid leave and more — benefits that are nearly unheard of in the United States.
Major Insurer Warns It May Exit as Obamacare Provider
Krystal Steinmetz on November 20, 2015
In a blow to the ACA, UnitedHealth lowered profit expectations, blaming deterioration of its individual insurance plans offered through the government-run exchanges.
Black Market Offering: Patti LaBelle’s Sweet Potato Pies
Krystal Steinmetz on November 20, 2015
The Godmother of Soul’s sweet potato pies — priced at $3.48 at Wal-Mart — are now selling for nearly 12 times that amount on the black market. Here’s how it happened.
Beware the ‘Secret Sister Gift Exchange’
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
As the saying goes, if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. In this case, it is also illegal.
Will Sprint’s Rate-Slashing Offer Get Customers to Switch?
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
Sprint says it will cut consumers’ wireless bills by 50 percent if they dump their current service in favor of Sprint. But there are some catches.
Delta Bans Pets From Traveling as Checked Baggage
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
Travelers will have to pay a fee to carry-on their smaller pets and even more to transport larger pets on Delta.
Gift Cards Have Lowered Fees and Bumped Up Consumer Protections
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
Gift cards have become a favorite choice for the holidays. Now that more cards are low on fees and high on security, they’re also a consumer-friendly present this holiday season.
Report: Ultra-High-Definition TVs Can Be Huge Energy Hogs
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
While ultra-high-definition TVs produce lifelike vibrant pictures, a new report found that they may boost viewers’ annual energy bills by 30 percent.
For-Profit College Operator to Forgive $102.8 Million in Student Loans
Krystal Steinmetz on November 18, 2015
Some 80,000 students in EDMC-operated schools will receive debt relief. In a separate agreement, the company is to pay $95.5 million to settle allegations of illegal recruiting techniques.
Gobble, Gobble: Turkey Prices Soar to Record High
Krystal Steinmetz on November 17, 2015
Find out why your Thanksgiving turkey could be eating up more of your holiday meal budget this year.
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