Money
Fed should reject banking application of CashNetUSA and NetCredit parent, consumer groups say
The application would create a new national bank charging up to 100% interest rates
James R. Hood
James R. Hood, an editor and consumer-affairs journalist with more than five decades of experience, has held senior editorial leadership roles at The Associated Press, United Press International, Zapnews and ConsumerAffairs.
Seniors
Medicare Advantage under fire: costs, care denials and plan shakeups hit seniors hard
Millions of seniors forced to switch plans as insurers pull back offerings
Consumer Protection
CFPB rollback could weaken fair lending practices, consumer advocates say
Critics say the move could limit loans for mortgage, car loans, credit cards
Money
Rental payments starting to show up in credit reports, possibly helping would-be homeowners
This can help build a good credit rating, but you must pay on time
AI/Privacy
Meta hit with D.C. class action alleging it fuels ‘global fraud economy’
Consumer group says Facebook parent misled users about scam enforcement
Consumer Protection
Looking for a quick escape from your timeshare?
Be careful! Steer clear of anyone who promises quick, easy action
Health
Study shows surprising links between Alzheimer’s and your appendix
Gut health shown as a long-term influencer on brain health
Consumer Protection
Timeshare exit scheme promoter bilked consumers out of $90 million: FTC
Most timeshares are virtually worthless, fees are high and the contracts are nearly impossible to break.
Consumer Protection
California accuses Amazon of price-fixing, says it bullies vendors and competitors to raise prices
The company denies the allegations and says it is "proud" of its low prices
Consumer Protection
Maryland outlaws 'predatory pricing,' other states may follow
It's also called "dynamic" or "surveillance" pricing and it is not the consumer's friend
Health
Healthy food is good for you, unless it’s not, study finds
Pesticide residue on fruits, vegetables may raise lung cancer rates in young consumers
Travel
Rising jet fuel prices reshaping air travel
Fuel is a big deal for airlines, typically as much as 35% of total operating expense