General Consumer

April 18, 2013

Article, Credit Report, General Consumer, Money

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Our credit scores are very, very important pieces of information...but could they be wrong? A recent Federal Trade Commission study has found that that 5% of consumers have mistakes on their credit reports. ...

How to Help Boston After Marathon Bombings While Avoiding Fake Charity Scams

April 17, 2013

Article, Featured, General Consumer, Scam Alerts

In the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings, millions of Americans are offering thoughts, prayers, and support to the victims and their families. Sadly, a national tragedy doesn't stop scammers. The harsh reali...

Best Cell Phone Customer Service: Verizon, AT&T, Sprint or T-Mobile?

Sean O'Connor

April 16, 2013

Article, Consumer, General Consumer, Mobile Services

There's a lot to consider when you're choosing a new cell phone carrier and customer service is among the most important factors. If you're signing a two-year contract with a wireless provider like Verizon, AT&...

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Why We Fall for Scams: The Human Brain Isn’t Wired to Avoid Warning Signs of Fraud

April 15, 2013

Article, General Consumer, Listing Fraud, Scam Alerts

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Why do people fall for scams? Whether it's a deal that's too good to be true, a bait-and-switch or an outright fraud scheme, many of us feel cheated at some point in our lives. It might not even be something hu...

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E-Cigarettes 101: Why Today’s Smokers are Going Digital

Sean O'Connor

April 15, 2013

Article, General Consumer, Health and Fitness Programs, Lifestyle

E-cigarettes are touted as the healthy alternative to smoking. They don't have many of the carcinogens regular cigarettes have, don't stain teeth, don't cause bad breath or smell, and they don't have the social...

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1 Super Easy Facebook Security Trick to Protect Your Account From Hackers

April 12, 2013

General Consumer, Technology, Video

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Identity Theft Watch: Customer Passwords Stolen from Walmart Vudu Video Service

April 11, 2013

Article, General Consumer, Scam Alerts

Do you use Walmart's Vudu streaming video service? If so, a March 24th burglary at Walmart's Vudu offices may have exposed you to a greater risk of online identity theft. Vudu reset all user passwords and email...

Photo of a brown dog dressed in a poodle costume

Strange But True: Poodle Buyer Discovers His Dog is a Ferret on Steroids

April 10, 2013

Article, Featured, General Consumer, Listing Fraud, Scam Alerts

No pedigree? No problem! An incredible scam has been discovered at a market in Argentina, where would-be dog owners have found themselves walking away with a great deal on a poodle...that's actually a ferret. Y...

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Protect Your Money with 5 Online Banking Security Tips Everyone Should Know

April 9, 2013

Article, Featured, Financial Services, General Consumer, Money

Last fall, an alleged international hacking group began a massive cyber attack targeting major US banks including Wells Fargo, Bank of America, US Bank, American Express, JP Morgan Chase, PNC and Citigroup. NBC...

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Which Cell Phone Carrier is Right for You?

Sean O'Connor

April 9, 2013

Article, General Consumer, Mobile Services, Technology

Now that the iPhone is available on T-Mobile, it's harder to see the differences between cell phone providers. Previously, carriers differentiated themselves by the mobile devices they offered. AT&T had the...

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Why You Don’t Really Need Antioxidants

April 8, 2013

Article, General Consumer, Health and Fitness Programs, Lifestyle

So you want to make sure you're eating the healthiest foods possible. You're certainly not alone. We all want to feed our bodies the foods that they truly need, but sometimes these can be tough waters to naviga...

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Huge Subaru Recall Prompted by Brake Issue: Is Your Car Unsafe?

April 8, 2013

Article, Consumer, General Consumer

Do you drive a Subaru Outback or a Subaru Legacy? Your car might be among a huge safety recall. Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced that it's going to recall about 215,000 Sub...

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Apple’s New Two-Step Verification Boosts Your Security in the iCloud

April 4, 2013

Article, Dating Site, General Consumer, Mobile Services, Technology

Things like online security and password protection are more important than ever these days, as many of us are beginning to seriously "plug in" to a degree that's never been possible before. It almost doesn't m...

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Fake iPad Mini Exclusive Review: GooPad Mini Android Tablet Unboxing

April 4, 2013

Article, Featured, General Consumer, Technology, Video

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Deadly Backyard Dangers: Why You Need to Call 811 Before Any Home Improvement Project

April 3, 2013

Article, Consumer, General Consumer

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When you get inspiration for a home improvement project, it’s tempting to grab your toolkit and get started right away. But wait before you take a shovel to Mom’s tulip bed, or hire workers to tear up your driv...

New Pope Sued for Sex Abuse? No. Email Hackers Sending Fake CNN and BBC Headlines

April 3, 2013

Article, Dating Site, General Consumer, Scam Alerts

Who doesn't love a shocking, "breaking news" headline? Recently, a network of email hackers have begun to use fake CNN and BBC news headlines to infect victims' computers with malicious software viruses. The bo...

Good Intentions, Bad Results: A Look at the “Suspended Coffee” Viral Phenomenon

April 1, 2013

Article, Culture, Featured, General Consumer, Restaurants

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Nothing feels better than helping someone in need. Many of us don’t feel like we have time to volunteer or enough income to consistently donate. So when an opportunity comes along to aid the homeless in a quick...

How to Make the Most out of College with 1 Easy Online Investment Tool

March 30, 2013

Article, Financial Services, General Consumer, Money

Is your college education worth the investment? College tuition is one of the most expensive items in any family budget. These days, money has tendency to be tight all over, and it’s no secret that the United S...

Is Your Tax Preparer Putting You at Risk?

Is Your Tax Preparer an Identity Thief? Government Shuts Down Over 30 Tax Preparers for Alleged Fraud

March 29, 2013

Article, Credit Report, Featured, Financial Services, General Consumer, Money

Can you trust your tax preparer? If you're among the 60% of Americans who use a paid tax preparation service to file your state and federal tax return, you may be facing an increased risk of identity theft. An...

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How Restaurant Loyalty Club Memberships Can Help You Save Big

March 29, 2013

Article, Consumer, General Consumer, Restaurants