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Be wary when dealing with your bank’s chatbot
June 8th, 2023

Financial institutions are increasingly using chatbots, which put out human-like responses using computer programming, to communicate with customers to save money. Chatbots sometimes have human names and use popup features to encourage interaction. Some chatbots use more complex technologies such as “artificial intelligence” to respond to customers. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has received hundreds of complaints from frustrated customers trying to receive timely, straightforward answers from their financial institutions or to raise a concern or dispute. “To reduce costs, many... Continue Reading

June 8th, 2023
Nearly 500,000 juicers recalled due to ruptures that caused cuts and swallowed pieces
June 5th, 2023

Another huge recall with dozens of injuries points out once again the importance of keeping up on product recalls. About 469,000 self-cleaning juicers are being recalled by Empower Brands in the United States and with an additional 10,900 recalled in Canada. The juicers can rupture during use, striking consumers and causing lacerations, or they can leave small particle shavings in the juice. Empower Brands is aware of 261 reports of incidents including 47 reports of injuries, some involving: severe cuts requiring emergency treatment, stitches, bruises, and swallowing of small particles requiring... Continue Reading

June 5th, 2023
Beware: Money in payment apps may not have protections
June 3rd, 2023

More than three quarters of adults have used a payment app, called a P2P or peer-to-peer or person-to-person app. Widely used nonbank payment apps include PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App. The apps can be used on a computer or mobile device to send money to someone else without writing a check or handing over cash. Young adults use payment apps even more frequently. Eighty-five percent of consumers aged 18 to 29 have used one of these apps, according to a Consumer Reports survey. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau offers the following information on the pitfalls of using payment apps: Money... Continue Reading

June 3rd, 2023
Top 10 consumer complaints for 2022
May 31st, 2023

It’s not surprising what last year’s top consumer complaint was. I’ve seen it many times as No. 1 on annual consumer complaint lists. It’s auto sales and repair. “Consumers rely on cars to get to work, school, doctors’ appointments and more,” said Erin Witte, director of consumer protection for the Consumer Federation of America. Complaints related to the sale and leasing of new and used automobiles – pricing, advertisements, and mechanical defects – as well as issues related to the repair of vehicles. It’s the seventh year in a row that auto sales, leases, and repairs are... Continue Reading

May 31st, 2023
Bloggers begin summer with shopping, making summer plans, travel, and other fun
May 30th, 2023

On Memorial Day, I rushed over to REI to see what I could find at its “biggest sale of the year.” REI’s clothing, shoes, and other items are so expensive I only buy things when they’re on sale. I found a pair of sandals that I like, Keens, $97. Also the sleeping bag that I use when I travel is decades old. So I bought one on sale, $127. While I picked shopping as a way to start the summer, here’s what my blogger friends were up to as the new season unfolds: Very small things to do for summer fun Have you heard of the teacup list? Instead of the bucket list with its dramatic, “before-I-die”... Continue Reading

May 30th, 2023
Best wishes on Memorial Day
May 29th, 2023

Whether you’re remembering a loved one who passed away in their service to the country, going to a parade, visiting a cemetery, having or attending a barbecue, shopping, or working, I hope your Memorial Day is going well. Many people also see the Memorial Day weekend as the beginning of summer and are enjoying outings and picnics. I’m remembering my uncle Frank Gilliam who died in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. I’ll be observing the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. today. I won’t be traveling over the Memorial Day weekend like 42.3 million Americans. With so much holiday... Continue Reading

May 29th, 2023
Facts and figures for Memorial Day 2023
May 27th, 2023

Memorial Day is a day to honor Americans who have died in service to their country. Many people attend a memorial day event, visit a cemetery where a loved one is buried, or spend time remembering a service member. In addition, for others, it’s the unofficial beginning of summer. So, it brings barbecues, picnics, swimming, and other outdoor activities. Then, millions will be heading to stores or looking online to check out what the best sales prices may be. For details on Memorial Day 2023, see the following from WalletHub, a personal finance website: Originally Published on https://boomersurvive-thriveguide.typepad.com/the_survive_and_thrive_bo/ Continue Reading

May 27th, 2023
Facts and figures for Memorial Day 2023
May 27th, 2023

Memorial Day is a day to honor Americans who have died in service to their country. Many people attend a memorial day event, visit a cemetery where a loved one is buried, or spend time remembering a service member. In addition, for others, it’s the unofficial beginning of summer. So, it brings barbecues, picnics, swimming, and other outdoor activities. Then, millions will be heading to stores or looking online to check out what the best sales prices may be. For details on Memorial Day 2023, see the following from WalletHub, a personal finance website: Originally Published on https://boomersurvive-thriveguide.typepad.com/the_survive_and_thrive_bo/ Continue Reading

May 27th, 2023
Peloton and safety agency finally agree on repair for recalled Peloton treadmills
May 26th, 2023

Remember when 125,000 Peloton Tread+ treadmills were recalled after the death of a child and dozens of incidents of children, pets, and objects being pulled under the rear roller? The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Peloton have finally agreed on a rear guard repair for the recalled Tread+ treadmill. The repair eliminates possible entrapment near the treadmill’s rear roller. The guard features a breakaway design that moves it away from the treadmill when it comes into contact with a person or object, shutting off power to the treadmill and slowing down the belt. While the guard... Continue Reading

May 26th, 2023
What happens when your doctor or vet’s office gets purchased by a private equity firm
May 24th, 2023

On Saturday, I received a strange email. It said it was from Gastro Health and a new lab result had been entered into my patient portal from my Gastro Health provider. To access my lab results, I was to go to my patient portal. I thought it was a scam. I haven’t had a test done recently related to my digestive system, and my doctor belongs to a practice called Gastroenterology Associates. The next day, I thought I’d write an article warning people about a possible scam. However, when I started doing research, I found that Gastro Health is a private equity firm that purchases the offices of... Continue Reading

May 24th, 2023