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Health Care Tips
Stop Foreclosure
Back To School

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Tips To Negotiate Lower Health Care Costs
Health CareHaggling for health care? Yep, it may be one of the best-keep secrets for frugal-minded consumers looking to save some cold, hard cash with their doctors, dentists and hospitals. While negotiating for health care is a trend, many consumers don't know they even have the option. According to a recent poll conducted by Angie's List, 57 percent revealed that they never negotiated with their doctors and 25 percent said they had no clue it was a viable alternative. Read more here.
Fannie Mae Launches Mortgage Resource
ForeclosureAre you a homeowner struggling to pay your monthly mortgage? You're not alone. Fannie Mae announced this week the launch of a new online resource called KnowYourOptions.com, a consumer education Web site geared toward homeowners trying to juggle mortgage payments in this post-recession economy. The site serves up tips and provides guidance on how to work with your mortgage company to find viable alternatives to foreclosure. Learn more here.
Select The Right Life Insurance Policy
Life InsuranceChoosing a life insurance policy can depend on a number of factors, including your age, health and number of dependents. Between term and whole life policies, there are a lot of options that can be confusing. A simple online search can yield hundreds of head spinning results and it can be very difficult to understand what type of policy might be best to fit your needs. Read more here.
Back-To-School Shopping Savings Tips
Savings 101Our lesson of the day? Savings is never too cool for school. Back-to-school shopping season is approaching fast and we've learned a thing or two on how not to burn a hole in your wallet. Time to whip out that No. 2 pencil. We've compiled a few ways to save without sacrificing the fun of the shopping season. Click here for the lowdown.
Inside Consumer United :: Seth Urbanowski
Seth UrbanowskiSeth Urbanowski joined Consumer United in July of last year. Originally from Granville near Springfield, MA, Urbanowski attended Emmanuel College in Boston and spearheads Consumer United's home insurance division helping members in New York and Pennsylvania. A die-hard beach enthusiast during the summer and skier in the winter, Urbanowski believes in Consumer United's vision to help members save on basic services. Learn more here.
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