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Gas Price Alert
Stay informed with the highs and lows of gas prices. Inside are tools and maps to find the cheapest gas near you, information on fuel saving cars, and tips to keeping a little extra in your wallet for yourself.
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Half of Washingtonians are owed money by the State
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The State of Washington says there's a 50% chance they have cash that's yours.
According to the Department of Revenue, the state's account of unclaimed cash has grown to about $600 million.
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Products Affected by Beef Recall
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Look here fo a complete list of the beef products recalled by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Bicycle Trailer Recall
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Pacific Cycle has recalled 7,000 bicycle trailers used by children.
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FirstGov for Consumers
Your resource for consumer information from the federal government.
| Bureau of Consumer Protection
Our mandate is to protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent practices.
| Identity Theft Protection
U.S. Government's central website for information about identity theft.
| Better Business Bureau
Since the founding of the first BBB in 1912, the BBB system has proven that the majority of marketplace problems can be solved fairly through the use of voluntary self-regulation and consumer education.
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Scams, Schemes and Fraud
Who do you contact in case of financial crime?
Who do you call if you believe you’ve been a victim of fraud?
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Scams, Schemes and Fraud
Consumer Handbook to Credit Protection Laws
The Consumer Credit Protection Act of 1968—which launched Truth in Lending disclosures—was landmark legislation. For the first time, creditors had to state the cost of borrowing in a common language so that you—the consumer—could figure out what the charges are, compare costs, and shop for the best credit deal.
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Schemes, Scams and Fraud
File a Consumer Complaint Form with the Federal Trade Commission
Use this form to submit a complaint to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Bureau of Consumer Protection about a particular company or organization. This form also may be used to submit a complaint to the FTC concerning media violence.
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Scams, Schemes and Fraud
Common Cons and How to Avoid Them
FDIC Consumer News asked FDIC fraud investigators and other officials about common financial scams that target consumers. Here are the frauds they say should be on your watch list, plus warning signs and the best defenses for each.
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Website Predicts Price Increase for Yakima Homes
The price to buy a home in Yakima is increasing more than any other city in the country.
That is according to the online real estate tracker "Housing Predictor". They estimate that properties in Yakima will see a 7.1% price increase in 2008.
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Scams, Schemes and Fraud
Information about Internet fraud
OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer and protect your personal information.
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Scams, Schemes and Fraud
How to not get hooked by a 'Phishing' scam
Have you received email with a similar message? It’s a scam called “phishing” — and it involves Internet fraudsters who send spam or pop-up messages to lure personal information (credit card numbers, bank account information, Social Security number, passwords, or other sensitive information) from unsuspecting victims.
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Tips for Buying a Used Car
Most everybody agrees, buying a car is a huge decision, the second largest purchase most people will ever make, but making sure you've done your research can ensure you'll make a good decision.
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How to Be Tire $mart
(ARA) - With nearly 200 million drivers in the United States, it's no secret that Americans love to move on the open road. But stubbornly high gas prices are forcing motorists to put extra care...
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How to Maximize Gas Mileage, and Improve Your Vehicle's Performance
(ARA) - At a time when gas prices are at an all time high, who wouldn't want to get the maximum gas mileage and horsepower from their car or truck? It's easier to do than you may think.
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