ConsumerAffairs.Com News http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/ Consumer News, scams, recalls from ConsumerAffairs.Com en-us Copyright 2004 ConsumerAffairs.Com info@consumeraffairs.com (Truman Lewis) jhood@consumeraffairs.com (Jim Hood) Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:01 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Airlines Hit With Precedent-Setting Fines For Tarmac Delay Incident http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/airline_delay_fines.html Passengers compensated for 'time and discomfort'. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:19:00 GMT Outlook For Economy Remains Cloudy http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/economy.html But Consumer confidence is up this month. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:55:00 GMT Nearly One In Four Homeowners Under Water http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/underwater.html Even 11 percent of 2009 buyers are upside down. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT Hy Cite Refunds Still Available to California Consumers http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/ca_hycite.html Brown: Company 'hoodwinked' consumers using deceptive tactics. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:35:00 GMT Saab Story: Swedish Carmaker Walks Away from GM Deal http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/gm_saab.html Latest setback follows collapse of Saturn sale. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:15:00 GMT FDIC's Insurance Fund Balance Slips Below Zero http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/fdic_reserves.html Agency says consumers should be confident their deposits are safe. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:55:00 GMT How the Healthcare Reform Bill Would Affect You http://www.bankrate.com/finance/insurance/how-the-health-reform-bill-would-affect-you-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Congress is working to make health care available to nearly everyone. What could this coverage cost? Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:45:00 GMT Black Friday Tax Holidays http://www.bankrate.com/blogs/taxes/eye-on-the-irs.aspx?pid=p:caf Shoppers in two states will get some tax savings along with their early holiday shopping bargains. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:40:00 GMT Deadline For Chinese Drywall Claims Looms http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/drywall_claims.html Private class action claims due before December 2. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:15:00 GMT Stork Craft, Fisher-Price Cribs Recalled http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/fisher_price_cribs.html At least four deaths blamed on recalled drop-side cribs Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:35:00 GMT Feds Find Link Between Chinese Drywall And Corrosion In Homes http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cpsc_drywall.html CPSC to look into possible fixes. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:10:00 GMT Existing Home Sales Jump 10 Percent http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/existing_homes.html Tax credit spurs flurry of October sales. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:50:00 GMT GM, Chrysler Hope Incentives Will Boost Sagging Sales http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/gm_chrysler.html GM tries to retain customers abandoned by closed dealerships. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT Social Networking Explodes As Job-Search Tool http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/social_networking_jobs.html Sites offer many benefits, but pitfalls abound. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:20:00 GMT Consumer Reports Takes on Pushy Retail Practices http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cr_pushy_retailers.html New campaign unveils survey of top holiday shoppping turnoffs. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT 2010 Volvo XC60s Recalled http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/volvo_xc60.html Driver's side seatbelt could detach. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT When Collectors Come Calling http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/3-tips-for-when-collectors-come-calling.aspx?pid=p:caf Following these steps will smooth the way when multiple collectors are demanding payment. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:35:00 GMT Holiday Travel Expected To Be Up This Week http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/holiday_travel.html Motorists should find gas prices on their way down. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:45:00 GMT Consumers Warned About 'The Twelve Scams of Christmas' http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/12_scams_of_christmas.html Cybercriminals take advantage of the holiday season. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:40:00 GMT Video - Five Steps For Avoiding The Flu http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/video_flu.html Common sense steps can improve your odds. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:30:00 GMT Chase Drops Mandatory Arbitration Clause http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/chase_arbitration.html Allows credit card holders to file suit in court. Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:15:00 GMT Barnes & Noble Enters E-Book Wars http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/bn_nook.html But Nook is in short supply until January, dampening its holiday prospects. Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:05:00 GMT Mortgage Rates Hit Record Low http://www.bankrate.com/blogs/mortgages/mortgage-matters.aspx?pid=p:caf Mortgage rates drop to the lowest level in Bankrate survey's 24-year history. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:25:00 GMT Video: Should You Rent or Buy a Home? http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/should-you-rent-or-buy-a-home.aspx?pid=p:caf How long do you plan on staying? This should help you decide whether to rent or buy. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:20:00 GMT 5 Car Deals With Today's Incentives http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/5-car-deals-with-today-s-incentives.aspx?pid=p:caf With today's rebates and these car features, here are five models worth considering. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:15:00 GMT FDIC Closes Florida Bank http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/bank_closings24.html 124th bank to fail in 2009. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:45:00 GMT Consumer Reports: Black Friday Shoppers Out For Themselves http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cr_black_friday.html Adults likely to shop entire weekend, survey says Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:35:00 GMT FDA Cracks Down on Web Sites Selling Unapproved Drugs http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/fda_internet_drugs.html 136 operators get warnings on their activities Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:45:00 GMT Mortgage Delinquencies Still Climbing http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/mortgage_delinquencies.html Rate is approaching 10 percent Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT CSPI Gives Movie Theater Popcorn Two Thumbs Down http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cspi_popcorn.html Lab tests show theater snacks pack on calories, sodium Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:50:00 GMT California Targets Church Kiosk Scammers http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/ca_kiosk_scam.html Attorney General says 30 churches sold shoddy equipment Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT Retailers Applaud GAO Report on Interchange Fees http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/gao_interchange.html Government agency finds fees rapidly increasing Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:25:00 GMT Ohio Sues Credit Rating Agencies http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/oh_credit_agencies.html Accused of 'spectacularly misleading' ratings Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:25:00 GMT Vicks Nasal Spray Recalled Due To Bacterial Contamination http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/vicks_recall.html Proctor and Gamble pulls products in three countries Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:40:00 GMT Evenflo First Choice Car Seats http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/evenflo_first_choice.html A label is missing. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:12:00 GMT Gas Prices Remain Flat http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/gas_prices391.html Still higher than last November's price Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:09:00 GMT FAA Computer Glitch Delays Flights http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/faa_summit.html Problem fixed but delays continue Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:55:00 GMT Suit Says Facebook Scammed Gamers Out of Information, Cash http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/facebook_zynga.html Developer accused of tricking players into unwanted monthly charges Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT 6 Smart Credit Card Moves Now http://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit-cards/6-smart-credit-card-moves-now-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Credit card issuers plan to offset losses by hiking rates and imposing fees. Stay ahead of the game Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:05:00 GMT Mortgage Rates Drop To All-Time Low http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/rates-drop-to-all-time-low.aspx?pid=p:caf Despite record low rates, mortgage applications have plummeted recently. What's the problem? Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:05:00 GMT Do I Buy A New Or Used Car? http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/how-do-i-decide-to-buy-a-new-or-a-used-car.aspx?pid=p:caf Here's a guide for deciding whether to buy a new or used car. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:05:00 GMT 4 Ways To Face a Cash-Strapped Retirement http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/4-tips-to-retirement-planning.aspx?pid=p:caf Follow this approach to socking away money and putting things in order -- before it's too late. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:05:00 GMT Cost Plus World Stainless Steel Cookware http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/costplus.html Burn hazard. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT