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On the hunt for an oh-so-clever Halloween costume but on a budget? Don't fret. Learn more here. |
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Welcome to our bi-weekly newsletter. Consumer United is teaming up with WowWhatSavings.com to offer additional savings on things you need. Today's great deal? Snag a $100 coupon here for only $50 at Rich's Car Tunes. Now, let's get started. |
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Prepaid Credit Card Users Face Hidden Fees
 On the surface, prepaid debit cards seem like a viable alternative to
bank accounts and credit cards. Millions of Americans have turned to
prepaid debit cards as a cash-free alternative. The caveat? Be prepared for hidden fees. Many cards carry dozens of hidden fees. The additional
costs can nickel and dime consumers with larger-than-usual ATM
withdrawal and customer service fees as well as penalties for exceeding
the prepaid balance. Read more here. |
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Tips For Trick Or Treat On The Cheap
 Halloween is lurking around the corner and the costs associated with
the tricks and treats of the season can be a pocketbook horror show. Shelling out hundreds of dollars on candy, costumes, decoration and accessories? Now, that's scary. Head to the nearest BJ's Wholesale Club, Costco or Sam's Club and stock
up on your Halloween candy stash. Buying smaller, one-pound bags of
goodies at the corner drug store costs about the same as a five-pound
bag at a bulk-buying warehouse. Read more here.
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College Tuition Costs On The Rise This Fall
 Parents with college-bound kids may get a Halloween-inspired spook that
will leave their hair standing on end. Tuition is climbing faster than
financial aid. Scary stuff. According to a report released by the College Board this week, tuition and fees to private four-year universities rose 4.4 percent to $26,273 while charges to public four-year universities spiked 6 percent for both in-state and out-of-state students. In contrast, financial aid isn't keeping up with the spike. Grant money only grew 4.7 percent during the 2008-2009 academic year. Learn more here. |
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Don't Be Spooked By High-Energy Prices
 Does the prospect of high energy prices this winter make your blood run cold? With
Halloween around the corner, Google has come up with a clever solution
to help save consumers money on their monstrous heat and energy bills.
The site serves up various techniques on how to combat "energy
vampires," or electric and heating appliances that literally suck the
blood out of the average consumer's bank account and has the ability to
worry folks as winter approaches. Click here for the lowdown.
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Should We Spend To Save The Economy?
 In the current post-recession economy, taking a hold of our finances is key ... but should we save or spend? The
Obama administration is spearheading policies taking an aim at
financial responsibility. However, tax rebates are given out to
Americans to shop till they drop. The ultimate mixed message? Perhaps. Click here for more information. | |
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