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07/01/2009
As mentioned in the FOX26 News report, the government Web site with free information about loan modification and refinancing programs is http://www.financialstability.gov/makinghomeaffordable/
Consumers can also call the Hope Hotline number, 888-995-4673.
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07/31/2008
According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the independent agency that insures bank deposits, IndyMac Bank was the third-largest financial institution to fail in U.S. history. In the wake of IndyMac’s demise, two more banks in Nevada and California were recently taken over by the FDIC. With nearly 100 banks on the FDIC watch-list, fears have been sparked in many consumers, leading them to wonder if their bank is next. To help put bank customers at ease, Better Business Bureau is providing answers to frequently asked questions about the role of the FDIC and the potential threat of additional bank failures in the U.S
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07/31/2008
With high fuel prices looking like they’re here to stay now, the rise in the cost of travel means the cost of doing business for many companies will continue to put a serious squeeze on profits. Better Business Bureau is offering advice for small business owners on how to reduce travel expenses and preserve the bottom line.
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06/30/2008
Jet fuel prices have risen 83.6 percent in the last year, according to the International Air Transport Association, and almost every airline has found every opportunity to pass this cost on to consumers through a wide variety of fees or charges for what used to be free features and services. Clearly, summer travelers are in for a few changes at the airport – including new or increased fees – and Better Business Bureau is offering a heads-up on what travelers can expect when flying this summer.
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06/30/2008
The market for counterfeit luxury items is wide and deep, with everything from jewelry and perfume to handbags and sunglasses being sold. While busts like the January seizure of more than $1 million in knock-off fashion accessories in New York City make headlines, counterfeit luxury items are sold on streets all across the U.S. Now though, counterfeiters are well-established online too. For bargain-hunters looking for name-brand items at discount prices online, Better Business Bureau offers advice on avoiding Web-based rip-off schemes.
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06/30/2008
Gasoline prices have risen 33 percent this year, and with the average cost of gas now at more than $4 a gallon, Americans are struggling to stay on the road without breaking their bank accounts. Some businesses though are seeing an opportunity to make money by selling fuel boosting additives or offering engine modifications to help drivers conserve fuel. However, Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to stay away from gas saving products, parts and modifications that sound too-good-to-be-true and is offering advice on more reliable ways to conserve fuel.
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06/02/2008
Pyramid schemes are frauds that are based on recruiting an ever decreasing number of investors. The initial promotors (those at the peak of the pyramid) recruit investors who are expected to bring in more investors and who may or may not sell products or distributorships. Recruiting newcomers is more important than selling products.
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05/01/2008
With the National Association of Realtors' reporting current pending home sales down 21.4 percent from the first quarter of 2007, and Standard & Poor’s citing the steepest decline in home values in the 20-year history of its housing index, many homeowners are now choosing to remodel their current home rather than selling in an effort to hold home values in the turbulent U.S. housing market. To execute the strategy successfully, most projects require professional help and Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering advice and guidance on finding trustworthy contractors who can help make the strategy pay off.
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05/01/2008
Spring is the season of warmer weather, budding flowers and home improvements. Whether it’s hanging new wallpaper or adding an addition to the house, many homeowners are faced with the decision to either hire a professional or do it themselves. Better Business Bureau (BBB) offers advice for determining whether a home improvement project is a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) or a get-a-professional job.
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03/13/2008
Even though the total number of non-fatal crashes declined steadily from 6.3 million to 5.9 million from 2003 to 2006, the ratio of hit-and-run accidents remained unchanged, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) . During that four-year period, one of every 8 accidents nationwide was a hit-and-run.
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05/01/1999
Need money for college? Doesn't everybody? With tuition bills skyrocketing, and room and board going through the roof, students and their families are looking for creative ways to finance a college education. Unfortunately, in their efforts to pay the bills, many of them are falling prey to scholarship and financial aid scams.
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