Breaking News Archive
Check out previous breaking news under the month in which it appeared.
April 2010
Looking to buy a home? The deadline for qualifying for the first-time and existing owner homebuyer tax credit is April 30, 2010. This IRS page has more details.
March 2010
Looking for information on the Toyota issues? Check out this one stop resource from The Center for Auto Safety.
February 2010
January 2010
December 2009
What do you need to know about Facebook's new privacy settings? Check these resources.
November 2009
Ready for holiday shopping in stores or online? Ten tips from the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse may protect your wallet, identity, and privacy.
Federal tax credit for home buyers extended and expanded. Read more
Subprime ploys in reverse mortgage market put seniors at risk, says a new report (pdf) from the National Consumer Law Center.
October 2009
With the recent flooding, fires, and tsunami, the scam artists are trying to take advantage. This checklist from the FTC can help you make sure that your donations go to the people and organizations you want to help.
September 2009
July 2009
“Cash for Clunkers” legislation took effect on August 1. It was such a popular program that it ended on August 24th.
June 2009
May 2009
Automated response system makes fixing errors in your credit report difficult, according to new NCLC study and report.
April 2009
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December 2008
Reduced home prices tempting you to house shop? Be aware: Subprime lending tactics now being used to market some FHA loans—read Business Week’s investigative report.
November 2008
Shop wisely and now may be a good time to buy a car. Consumer Reports releases Annual Car Reliability Survey.
October 2008
Eleven 2009 vehicles earn Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
September 2008
August 2008
July 2008
June 2008
Money Tips for All Ages from the FDIC provides tips for your finances at different stages of life — teens, newlyweds, midlife, parents, and more.
Spend less on everything — money saving tips from Consumer Reports
May 2008
April 2008
March 2008
The new $5 bill is now in circulation. Read the press release from the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
February 2008
January 2008
December 2007
November 2007
October 2007
September 2007
Consumer Reports has more than 200 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Crash Test Videos that show how cars perform in the IIHS front and side tests.
August 2007
'Free' Credit Report Sites: Worth the Real Costs? from Consumer Reports WebWatch
July 2007
FTC Warns Consumers About Bogus E-Mail That Claims to Be From Agency. Attachment Unleashes Malicious Spyware onto Consumers' Computers.
June 2007
May 2007
Insurance Insitute for Highway Safety released its latest safety ratings. New Acura and Ford models are top performers in crash tests.
April 2007
Bumper tests reveal current models don't perform as well as 1980s vehicle. Read report from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
March 2007
Fraudulent Telephone Tax Refunds, Abusive Roth IRAs Top Off 2007 “Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams
February 2007
New ID theft phony check scam comes by snail mail. Read alert from Better Business Bureau.
Don't forget you can claim a refund of telephone excise tax charged after 2/28/2003 on your 2006 federal tax refund. Read the IRS Q & A to learn more.
January 2007
Privacy Rights Clearing House cautions mail safety as tax documents begin to arrive.
December 2006
IRS offers tips on new regulations and year-end charitable donations. Check if they affect you in 2006, get ready for 2007.
Toy shopping? Check out these tips from the Consumer Product Safety Commission
November 2006
Consumer Reports releases 2006 Auto reliability survey
October 2006
Side airbags substantially reduce death risk in cars & SUVs; those that protect people's head are especially effective
September 2006
Your privacy for sale — informative article on data brokers
New crash tests: Toyota Camry and RAV4 earn top ratings in front and side tests
August 2006
Study indicates graduated driver licensing for teens reduces fatal crashes by 11%. Read news release. Get PDF of full report (1.8M, large file).
July 2006
New side impact crash test results: Impala, Avalon are top large car performers from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
June 2006
Concerned about the recent security breach related to data on U.S. military veterans held by the Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA)? Read the latest information from FirstGov.gov.
May 2006
Social Networking Sites are hot with kids and adults. But are your kids using the popular sites safely? FTC and consumer groups release safety tips for “Tweens and Teens” and a “Parent's Guide.”
April 2006
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released its tests on small cars and minivans.
National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) launches www.InsureUonline.org, a new educational website to help consumers make smart insurance decisions. Check it out.
March 2006
Phishing and Identity Theft scams are using IRS name. Check out the IRS alert.
U.S. government-sponsored OnGuard Online has added a new section on Internet Auctions— how to use them safely and what to watch out for.
February 2006
Identity Theft tops the 2005 Consumer Fraud Complaint list.
January 2006
Thinking of purchasing a used vehicle? Here are some tips to help you make sure it isn't flood damaged.
Postage rates went up Jan 8, 2006. Are you ready? Read USPS info.
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