March 16, 2010 by trisha | No Comments
There are 21 public housing projects that have been on hold in New York City due to lack of funding through the New York City Housing Authority. City officials claim that the housing authority “has been ‘hemorrhaging’ about $1 billion over ten years” making it difficult to keep up with much needed renovations. [...]
March 16, 2010 by trisha | No Comments
When one of the world’s largest public corporations makes a move toward supporting the local economy, it is only natural to wonder what is the motive is behind this grand gesture. It appears most Americans have a strong feeling one way or the other about this discount retailer. Many people swear by the [...]
March 15, 2010 by trisha | No Comments
It was a good run while it lasted, however after ten years of running the show at most Starbucks locations, the New York Times has competition from a national paper once again. In the past decade, most of the company operated stores outside of airports and malls have sold only the New York Times [...]
March 10, 2010 by trisha | No Comments
The idea of the ‘fat tax’ has been batted around quite a bit in the last decade. Rising obesity rates, a continuing prevalence of lifestyle diseases and since roughly the beginning of 2009, recessionary conditions, have all come together to bring a new round of talks on the possibility of a ‘fat tax’.
The state of [...]
March 9, 2010 by trisha | No Comments
Three cheers for the US Department of Transportation (DOT)! US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood is quoted as saying “When consumers shop for air travel, they have a right to know how much they will have to pay. We will continue to ensure that airlines comply with our price advertising rules.”
The airline, which is based [...]
March 5, 2010 by trisha | Comments Off
This winter has brought record breaking snowfall amounts to much of the United States. With spring just around the corner, many people including students enjoying spring break will be on the move to sunny destinations. Consumers are urged to use caution when making travel arrangements this spring as the change in weather will [...]
February 28, 2010 by trisha | Comments Off
It comes as no surprise that consumer complaints regarding the debt settlement industry have spiked in recent years. Hundreds of new companies offering debt relief have sprouted up, seemingly overnight, to provide services to the millions of Americans who are struggling with debt. Many consumers, desperate to eliminate debt, jump at any opportunity [...]
February 23, 2010 by trisha | Comments Off
Parents of small children, specifically those age three and under, are constantly on the lookout for common choking hazards. There has been a lot of effort put forth to educate parents on what items pose a risk to their children, however pediatricians are now targeting certain manufacturers to encourage changes which can prevent choking [...]
February 23, 2010 by trisha | Comments Off
According to a press release issued by GlaxoSmithKline three major products are being pulled as the company works on a new zinc-free formula. Super PoliGrip Free, Super PoliGrip Comfort Seal Strips, and Super PoliGrip Powder are popular brands that have been under scrutiny by consumer groups and consumers who have filed lawsuits against the [...]
February 22, 2010 by trisha | Comments Off
For years consumers have complained about some underhanded tactics used by credit card companies which make it almost impossible to pay off high debt balances. Prior to the enactment of The Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure (CARD) Act of 2009, credit card companies operated in a largely unregulated industry. In addition to [...]
February 21, 2010 by trisha | Comments Off
Despite the fact that fewer people are losing their jobs in the recovering economy, there are still many individuals who have yet to find employment in the this post recession time period. Taking advantage of this group, are certain companies using employment scams that only add to the problems of job seekers who are [...]