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9 ‘Oops’ Moments That I Ultimately Paid For (One Way or Another)
We all make mistakes – sometimes costly ones. Here are some of my family’s recent memorable mishaps, along with the price tag and responsible party. Do you have a similar list?
White House Supports Unlockable Cell Phones
Over 100,000 people petitioned the government to reverse a law making it illlegal to unlock your cellphone for use on other networks. They got the response they wanted.
Ready for IKEA Hotels?
IKEA and Marriott are teaming up to build budget hotels – in Europe, for now.
Banks Wrongfully Foreclosed on 700 Military Members
Bank of America, Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo were all involved. Some people were even wrongly evicted despite being current on payments and out of the country.
Foreign Lotteries: The Contest You Can’t Win
Every day low-lifes prey on our most vulnerable citizens, using fake lotteries and other scams to take everything they’ve ever worked for. You’re about to meet someone who’s living that nightmare; hopefully something similar isn’t happening to you or someone you love.
5 Tips to Live With Bad Credit – and Make It Better
Is your credit score less-than-perfect? You’re not alone. Here’s how to make the best of a bad situation.
How Americans Use Their Tax Refunds
If you plan on saving at least part of this year’s refund, according to a recent survey, you’re an average American.
Almost Half of Americans Have More Credit Card Debt Than Savings
A quarter also said they had more credit card debt than money in the bank.
Apple is Censoring Email
iCloud email users won’t receive messages with certain words in them – and Apple doesn’t tell anybody when it happens.
Bank of America Won’t Prove Disputed $4,000 Charges
A customer says he never signed up for a service with automatic recurring payments. The bank says he did, by phone, but refuses to offer evidence.
7 Cheap and Easy Work Lunches You Can Bring From Home
Along with skipping lattes, home-made lunches are one of the most often recommended ways to save. These delicious ideas will delight both budget and taste buds.
Had a Lousy Retail Experience? Complain About It!
It’s easy to feel a bit sheepish when it comes to complaining. But not only is it the right thing for you, it helps the company you’re complaining about. Here’s how to do it right.
Review: Citi ThankYou Card
The Citi ThankYou Card offers rewards points redeemable across numerous categories. It also offers a 0 percent APR introductory rate on balance transfers and purchases.
Groupon CEO Gets $378.36 Severance Package
A Groupon founder, kicked out the door last week, is getting what must be the smallest severance in Wall Street history. Don’t shed too many tears – he’s still worth millions.
Girls Gone Wild Has Gone Bankrupt
The move is to dodge millions in outstanding debts from lawsuits against the company and its founder.
$9 Will Speed You Through Security on United
United Airlines customers can now bribe – er, I mean, enjoy premier access – to shorter airport lines.
9 Steps to Spring Clean Your House, Finances and Paperwork
Here’s how to clean your house, finances, paper – even your online presence – and maybe make some money while you’re at it.
7 Steps to Survive a Furlough
If you’re facing an unpaid furlough, use these tips to survive on a smaller paycheck. And if you’re not facing furlough, read them anyway. If a government worker’s job isn’t safe, nobody’s is.
A Date to Mars Will Happen in 5 Years
Men are from Mars, and one woman is going to take her husband back there on a millionaire’s dime.
Lawsuits: Budweiser Is Watered Down
People in three states are suing Anheuser-Busch, because apparently they’re not as drunk as they paid to be.
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