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06/03/2009
Both General Motors and Chrysler have announced that they are effectively closing nearly a total of 2,000 dealerships across the country. What does this mean for you?
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03/02/2009
Consumers are being battered on all fronts and offers from companies to help get them out of debt are extremely tempting in troubling times. Offers of debt negotiation, debt settlement, and debt elimination are three different options available to consumers. Better Business Bureau advises consumers to ensure they understand these critical differences before enlisting the help of a company to manage their debt or they could end up making their current financial situation worse.
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03/02/2009
On February 17, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act—an economic stimulus plan totaling $787 billion in federal spending and tax cuts. For small business owners who don’t want to wade through the actual document, Better Business Bureau offers a summary on some items in the stimulus package that might benefit them.
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10/14/2008
In light of the current downward trend of the U.S. economy, the National Retail Federation estimates that holiday retail spending will increase by a paltry 2.2 percent, the slowest rate of growth in the last six years. As a result, companies are expected to hire fewer seasonal employees and, unfortunately, this means fewer jobs for cash-strapped consumers looking to supplement their holiday spending money. Better Business Bureau recommends that job hunters looking for seasonal employment start their search now, and is offering advice for landing a job for the holidays.
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10/01/2008
Better Business Bureau is offering answers to consumers’ frequently asked questions on what will happen if their insurance company shuts its doors.
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07/21/2007
The headlines are discouraging. Rising mortgage interest rates are taking a toll on many homeowners, just as the market value of their home is flattening or declining. Mortgage delinquency rates are up and home foreclosures are at a record high in many parts of the country.
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06/11/2007
As the technology improves, we increasingly rely on our cell phones for more than just making calls; we’re using them to send emails, schedule meetings, and surf the internet. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns that the downside of having a little computer in your pocket is that, just like with the computer on your desk, there are people out there ready, willing, and able to exploit it.
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05/15/2007
With Memorial Day approaching and summer not far behind, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is advising consumers on how to spot and avoid the threat of vacation and travel-related fraud.
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05/02/2007
If you have unwanted possessions and simply don’t have the time or know-how to sell or auction them on your own, a reputable consignment business might be just what you need. The consignment operation will handle the marketing and sale of your merchandise, and hopefully you will make some money in the process.
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12/14/2006
Take a simple test. Without peeking at your credit card statements, what is the total amount you owe on all of your cards? What interest rate(s) are you paying? How often do you incur extra fees because your payment was late or become you've gone over your credit limit? Do you typically make only the minimum payment?
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11/09/2006
Toys have changed over the years and the assortment can be astounding, particularly to those who haven’t toy-shopped in awhile. Child safety, however, never goes out of style. It is something grandparents and other family members should always keep in mind when selecting gifts for youngsters.
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10/30/2006
Excessive debt can be troubling. It may weigh heavily on your mind, cause tension in the family and dampen your quality of life.
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09/14/2006
Developing a family or household budget probably does not rank very high on the list of activities folks would choose to engage in during their spare time. In fact, many people might consider this task to be a chore, not a choice. That mindset can lead to financial chaos, at best, and to financial ruin, in a worst-case scenario.
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09/06/2006
Self-storage facilities dot the landscapes of new and older communities. Folks rent units to empty overflowing basements; to stash furnishings while moving or remodeling; or to store business supplies for future use.
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09/06/2006
Advertisements for new cell phone technologies and design features are quite enticing. But how does a prospective buyer select from among the many wireless models and providers that are available?
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