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Last-Minute Car Rentals May Save Money Ditching Car
Renting a car this fall? Get your motor running. But, before heading out on the highway, it may be wise to rent the car ahead of time and then check back to see if you can snag a last-minute discount. Unlike flight fees which generally rise as the departure date approaches, a blogger found that his car rental prices gradually decreased in the days leading up to his pick-up date. Looking to save on auto rentals? Read more here.
Fall Into Savings By Curbing Home Energy
Energy SavingsWith summer officially over, it's important to prepare for the cooler months by cutting back on home-energy costs. Every year, the average American household spends roughly $100 annually due to the energy consumption from their power devices that are plugged in but not being used. In fact, the United States Environmental Protection Agency sums up the national energy cost to a spine chilling $10 billion per year It's important to know how much each appliance is costing you. Knowledge is power ... literally. Learn more here.
Lowdown Regarding Life InsuranceLife Insurance
Need help navigating through the complexities of selecting the right life insurance policy? You're not alone. Nearly six in 10 middle-class households--defined as Americans ages 25-44 with household incomes under $100,000--recognize the need for life insurance protection. However, only 50 percent of those surveyed plan to move forward with a policy. Life insurance roadblocks? Read more here.
Buy Store Brands To Save On Groceries
Grocery SavingsLooking to put your food budget on a diet? People can save 30 percent on average if they purchase store-brand foods versus name-brand goods if they spend $100 a week on groceries, according to a recent price study by Consumer Reports. If folks continue buying store-brand goods for 12 months, the average consumer can save $1,500 per year. Click here for the lowdown.
Inside Consumer United :: Paul Coffey
Inside Consumer UnitedPaul Coffey joined Consumer United in July 2009. Originally from Pelham, NH, Coffey attended Johnson & Wales University in Providence where he studied entrepreneurship. When he's not busy saving our members money, Coffey spends time with his friends and family and during his off-time he enjoys traveling and snowboarding. A strong believer in Consumer United, Coffey says that he's motivated to save his clients money. "Due diligence is important," he remarks. "Shop around at least every six months or let us do it for you." Learn more here.
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