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Life Insurance Pitfalls
Car Repair Savings
Prepaid Cellphones
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Need help navigating through the complexities of selecting the right life insurance policy? Let Consumer United do the work for you. Contact our expert at 617-209-4299 or e-mail him at Aaron.Biedrzycki@consumerunited.com for a quote. Now, let's get started.
New Gizmo Boasts Free Cellphone Service
LandlineLooking to cut the cord? MagicJack, the device that promises dirt cheap long-distance calls by creating a way to hookup landline phones into Internet-connected computers, is set to release an updated femtocell gizmo that will do the same trick for cellphones, conserving costly monthly minutes. Click here for the lowdown.
Avoid One-Size-Fits-All Life Insurance
Life Insurance Buyer beware? Don't fall into the trap by buying a one-size-fits all life insurance policy. No medical history required. No one turned down. No worries, right? Not so fast. It's important to sign up for life insurance. But, it shouldn't be an impulse buy nor too simple to obtain. Read more here.
Tips To Put Your Food Budget On A Diet
Grocery TipsGrocery shopping only a minor expense? Think again. The average American family of four spends $9,200 a year on food, rounded to $10,000 when paper goods and personal-care products are added to the mix. It's time to treat grocery shopping like the major expense that it is. Learn more here.
Insider Tips To Save Money On Car Repairs
Driver's EdHave a vehicle in need of repair but unsure of how to save the most money? Car repairs can be expensive, especially with no insider advice. Fortunately, we've compiled money saving tips from mechanics themselves, from Grismer Tire and Sevoian Cycles. Click here for the top five.
Survey Finds Prepaid Cells As Cheap Option
CellphoneA survey conducted by Consumer Reports for its January 2010 issue explores the buzz surrounding prepaid phones revealing that the non-contract option is actually cheaper than traditional cellphone service billed on a monthly basis. For example, prepaid phones often costs $25 or less per month compared to $50 to $100 carrier fees for contract customers. Read more here.
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