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Life Insurance Snafus
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Avoid These Three Life Insurance Mistakes
Life InsuranceBuying a life insurance policy is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family's financial future. It can also be one of the most confusing tasks. The three mistakes to avoid when buying a life insurance policy? Click here for the lowdown.
Is It Time To Pull The Plug On Your Cable?
CableOn the prowl for a cable and satellite alternative? You're in luck. While cutting the cord can be a good thing for your wallet, it may be tough to replicate the TV-watching/channel-surfing experience. However, with the increasing assortment of Web-based video options, some frugal-minded folks are abandoning their cable and satellite services altogether and taking the plunge. Learn more here.
FreeCreditReport.com Must Clean Up Ads
Credit ScoreFor those who have had enough of the FreeCreditReport.com singing pirate, the ship is sinking for the site's misleading advertisements. As of September, owner Experian will have to spill the beans that their side business is only free if consumers enroll in a $14.95-a-month credit-monitoring service and then cancel it within a week. Read more here.
Keep Your Wedding Day In The Black
Wedding DayHere comes the bride? Fortunately, saving money is not as difficult as you think. Getting married is extremely costly especially if you go the traditional route. When it comes to saving money, stick to the little things and the savings will add up faster than you can walk down the aisle. Click here for details.
Take The ENERGY STAR Pledge And Save
Energy PledgeWant to do your part for the environment while you also save energy and money? Consumer United has teamed up with ENERGY STAR as a pledge driver for their "Change the World" campaign. Nearly two million people across the nation have pledged to take small, energy-saving steps that can change the world. Join Consumer United's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Take the ENERGY STAR pledge here.
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