News community 2008-08-15 Andanh.com

Mortgage rescue company will refund customers in settlement Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:46 GMT
A company that offered rescue services to homeowners struggling with their mortgages will refund about $75,000 to 200 Washington consumers under a settlement announced Monday by the state Attorney General's Office.

Consumer Smarts: Make this the month you get 'financially literate' Tue, 22 Apr 2008 01:32 GMT
April is Financial Literacy month in Washington, and one woman's story offers a valuable lesson in how to manage your money and build wealth.

Rent at an all-time high -- if you can find a place Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:08 GMT
A new report affirms that apartments are about as hard to find as they have been at any time in the past 27 years and rents are on the rise, but it also offers some hope for renters.

Credit crunch puts some student loans in jeopardy Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:54 GMT
A tumultuous credit market has Congress scrambling to head off what some say is the start of a crisis for student loans, but so far students in Washington state have yet to experience any unusual financial-aid shortage.

Move to digital TV could cost some cable customers Mon, 21 Apr 2008 05:50 GMT
For months, TV viewers have been told by government, by industry and by the media that if they already subscribe to cable, there's no need to worry about the coming transition to digital broadcasting. Unless, of course, they're among the 28 million who get analog-only service.

Many viewers confused about digital broadcasting Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:00 GMT
Feb. 17 will mark the start of the federal ban on traditional over-the-air TV broadcasts and the start of digital-only transmissions, which consume less of the broadcast spectrum.

Restaurants raise prices on rice; Costco, Sam's limit sales Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:17 GMT
Anxiety about rice prices has permeated Asian restaurants in Seattle's International District, forcing some to reluctantly charge customers more for rice and others to worry about hoarding and shortages.

No easy access to fresh groceries in many parts of Seattle Thu, 01 May 2008 19:50 GMT
A recent UW study found many Seattle neighborhoods lack grocery stores within walking distance or a 30-minute bus ride. Around the country, other cities are leading the way toward healthy food access for all residents.

'Free' TVs weren't; 2 firms fined Thu, 01 May 2008 06:54 GMT
Online companies promoted "free" big-ticket items that really weren't free.

Small Retail: Fremont florist creates bouquets for wild at heart Sat, 10 May 2008 07:58 GMT
Willow & Bloom takes design ideas from Europe and Asia to craft memorable, custom flower arrangements.

Spammers now dialing for dollars on cell phones Mon, 12 May 2008 00:20 GMT
If you thought spam on your computer was a bother, brace yourself: Spammers want to find you on your cell phone.

Restaurant menu promises buried in calories, fat Thu, 22 May 2008 14:56 GMT
Dishes targeted to health conscious consumers at popular chains contained as much as twice the calories and eight times the grams of fat than the restaurants claimed in their published nutrition information, a Scripps investigation revealed.

Scooter sales soar in Seattle Mon, 26 May 2008 17:34 GMT
With the average price of gas closing in on $4 a gallon, cash-strapped motorists -- both across the nation and in Seattle -- are turning to fuel-stingy motor scooters. Dealers report brisk sales this spring, particularly for those that get from 75 to 120 miles per gallon.

New flash drive designed to carry important medical information Mon, 26 May 2008 01:52 GMT
QFC is now selling a portable flash drive that holds consumer's medical records.

Looking for a deal? Ways to stretch your budget Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:12 GMT
Looking for a ways to stretch your dollar? We've got them.

Buying online? State sales tax now awaits Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:40 GMT
For the countless consumers who buy online to avoid paying state sales tax, the party is ending.

EU commissioner, in Seattle visit, stresses consumers' online rights Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:16 GMT
Europe's top consumer protection official swung through Seattle on Monday, meeting with executives at Microsoft and Amazon.com to raise concerns about consumer rights potentially threatened online.

Fresh scent may hide toxic secret Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:11 GMT
Fabric sheets make your shirts smell fresh and clean, and air fresheners fill your home with fragrances of apple-cinnamon or country gardens. But those household items are potentially exposing your family and friends to dangerous chemicals.

Salmonella scare a life changer Sat, 19 Jul 2008 05:03 GMT
WASHINGTON -- The tomato scare may be over, but it has taken a toll -- it's cost the industry an estimated $100 million and left millions of people with a new wariness about the safety of everyday foods.

Consumer Smarts: Head off trouble by having enough insurance Tue, 29 Jul 2008 01:13 GMT
Make sure you have enough insurance to cover the cost of rebuilding your home and replacing its contents in the event of a total loss.

Consumer Smarts: Mortgage insurance doesn't have to be forever Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:55 GMT
You can request to have your private mortgage insurance (PMI) canceled once you have 20 percent equity in your home, and the lender must automatically drop PMI if you have at least 22 percent.

Developing a fashion game plan Tue, 05 Aug 2008 03:01 GMT
Dress me. Please. A sampling of local stylists both independent and those at department stores showed how the right knowledge and attitude can fix malfunctioning wardrobes.

Updated produce safety guide issued Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:36 GMT
Continuing its efforts to protect infants and children from exposure to pesticides in their food, a coalition of King County hazardous materials specialists have reissued a shopper's guide to safe produce.

On Food: Washington cheeses rise to the top in national competition Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:26 GMT
Top honors for area cheeses, a local bakery in the spotlight and a refreshing cold tomato soup.

Trash gets pricier in Seattle Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:13 GMT
A proposed garbage rate could have Seattle consumers paying for some of the priciest trash in the state.

Consumer Smarts: You can be proactive about credit card rates Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:09 GMT
Consumers can be proactive if their credit card issuer raises interest rates.

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