Latest articles by Jamie Feldman
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Effective Date Paused on CARS Rule Aimed At Helping You Save At Dealerships
The CARS rule — which aims to protect consumers from 'bait-and-switch' tactics and junk fees when vehicle shopping — is on hold pending a legal challenge.
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Credit Karma: Time Is Running Out To Claim Part of Settlement. Are You Owed Money?
The deadline to file a claim for part of Credit Karma's $3M settlement is March 4. Here's what to know.
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Your Fubo Streaming Subscription Is Going Up
Streaming services continue to raise prices with Fubo once again joining the bandwagon.
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Accessible Travel Website Launches Major Expansion
AccessibleGO’s travel offerings include flights, hotels, rental equipment and more.
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Flight Disruptions Continue As Winter Weather Wreaks Havoc
Total U.S. flight cancellations and delays ease but remain high as bad weather disrupts travel.
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Bank Overdraft Fees Could Soon Drop Significantly
Consumer watchdog agency eyes dropping some overdraft fees to as low as $3, closing a loophole that it calls a 'massive junk fee harvesting machine.'
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‘Simple’ Scam Messages May Fool Even The Most Discerning Eye — What to Know
Scams are becoming more difficult to spot, so if a 'friend' sends a text asking for a favor, it may be wise to think twice, report says.
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Your Spectrum Cable Box Is About To Get More Expensive
Spectrum cable boxes are being phased out in favor of Xumo, a fairly new streaming device from Charter and Comcast.
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If You Used BNPL Over The Holidays, Here's What You Should Know
The ease of using a BNPL plan to pay for that must-have item is precisely why some groups are urging caution.
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Rising Prices: We're Getting Less For Our Money, Report Finds
Prices are rising even as product packaging is shrinking, a recent report shows.
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Benefits: Why You Might Soon Get Texts About Your Health Insurance
The government is pilot testing a benefits service that uses text messaging to send critical service updates to those who opt in.
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Scams: Sending Checks For The Holidays? You May Want To Reconsider
'Check washing' scams are becoming more common, the Postal Inspection Service says. Here's what to know.
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Kroger Eyes Adding Senior Physicals To Your Grocery Cart
The grocery chain is pilot testing a plan to shift some of its in-store clinics to primary care centers for seniors.
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Venmo Urged To Protect Users From Scams — Again
Lawmakers called out Venmo and Cash App, once again, over scams and their ability 'to keep customers' money safe.'
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Social Security Head Apologizes For Understating Overpayment Number
Social Security's Kijakazi apologizes for confusion over understating the number of beneficiaries that the agency has overpaid.
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Martin O'Malley: What to Know About Social Security's New Commissioner
Martin O'Malley gets Senate nod to lead the Social Security Administration.
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Low Gas Prices Are This Season's Gift That Keeps On Giving
AAA predicts gas prices will fall even lower in the coming days as the travel season heats up.
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Social Security On Monthly 'Watch' Till Overpayment Issue Is Fixed
The Social Security Administration must meet with a Senate panel monthly until the agency's $23 billion overpayment issue is resolved.
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More Student Debt Relief Needed, Some Lawmakers Say
Latest student debt relief proposal should be broadened to address concerns, lawmakers say
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QR Code Scams: What To Know Before You Scan That Little Box
Scammers are using these ubiquitous codes to steal your information, according to a new report.
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Household Wealth Surged During The Pandemic, But Not In The Same Way For All
Pandemic wealth surged on stimulus payments and an increase in home value, new study finds.
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Homebuyers Don’t Want To Keep Waiting For Mortgage Rates To Fall, Study Finds
Fewer prospective homebuyers are being scared off now by high mortgage rates, according to a Bank of America survey.
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Student Loan Debt: Another $4.8B Forgiven
Biden announces $4.8 billion in student loan debt relief for more than 80,000 borrowers.
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New Scam Targets Holiday Shoppers
Scammers are posing as delivery people attempting to obtain your personal information, the Better Business Bureau reports.
