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November 2009

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Federal tax credit for home buyers extended and expanded

Subprime ploys in reverse mortgage market put seniors at risk, says a new report (pdf) from the National Consumer Law Center.

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October 2009

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With the recent flooding, fires, and tsunami, the scam artists are trying to take advantage. This checklist from the FTC can help you make sure that your donations go to the people and organizations you want to help.

   

September 2009

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New Rule Prohibiting Unwanted "Robocalls" to Take Effect on September 1

 

   

August 2009

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Distracted Drivers Endanger Everyone’s Safety and Wallet

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July 2009

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"Cash for Clunkers" legislation took effect on August 1. It was such a popular program that it ended on August 24.

   

June 2009

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New Credit Card Law: What does it mean for you?

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November 2009

The 2010 Census is fast approaching. Every household will receive a questionnaire in February or March 2010. Census phishing and email scams are already appearing. These tips from the Census Bureau will help you avoid the scams.

The 2010 Fuel Economy Guide is now available. The annual fuel cost estimates in the online 2008-2010 fuel economy guides are updated weekly to reflect the Energy Information Administration's current national average prices for gasoline and diesel fuel.

How to pay down your debt
This article from Consumer Reports evaluates 3 different strategies for paying off your credit card balances.

Net Cetera: Chatting With Kids About Being Online
This guide from OnGuard Online can help adults talk to kids about how they live their lives online and help them reduce the risks of socializing and communicating online.

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