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- Metra Commuters Will Soon See 25% Rate Increase in FaresFor many commuters in the Chicagoland area, Metra is a way of life. Many depend upon the rail system daily to get them to and from their jobs. Now, they'll be paying more for this service.
- USPS Denied Postage Rate IncreaseAs previously reporter, the United States Postal Service requested an average 5.6 percent rate increase that would take affect in 2011. The Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) has rejected this request.
- Is a Millage Rate Increase Also a Tax Increase?Certain county elected officials and paid administrators seem bent on convincing the public they are not paying more in taxes - even though their millage rate is going up.
How to Opt Out of Interest Rate Increases on Your Credit CardsCredit card companies now must inform you if they increase the interest rate they charge. Learn which type of increase you're allowed to opt out of, and how.- Policies for Interest Rate Increases Still UnclearEven after the new credit card law was passed, credit card companies still use misleading disclosures to keep consumers in the dark about their protection from interest rate increases.
- California Insurer Anthem Agrees to Delay Much Critized Rate IncreaseThis article is about the large rate increases being sought by Anthem Insurance in this health reform environment.
- What You Can Claim on Auto Insurance Without Causing a Rate IncreaseMost people hate to file a claim with their auto insurance companies because they know they can expect a rate increase. Read on to learn when this isn't the case.
Death Panels and Rate Increases vs. Sterilization After Caesarian for Coverage; Who Wins?The creation of death panels and rate increases are the battle cries against health care legislation. Missing in the debate are dubious health insurance industry practices, such as making sterilization a requirement for insurance after Caesarian.- AEP Rate IncreasesMy thoughts on AEP's rate increase
- Helpful Tips to Cut Postage Costs for the USPS Postage Rate Increase on May 11The USPS has approved a postage rate increase to take effect on May 11, 2009. This article highlights the USPS rate changes and showcases methods to lower postage costs.
US Postal Service Announces Rate IncreaseThe US Postal Service announced today that it will increase the postage rates for first class letters.
Postage Rate Increase...Again!The United States Postal Service has announced yet another rate increase. This increase will become effective May 14, 2007.- Love Makes Life BeautifulAbout true love and expression of love.
- Gulf Power Meets to Increase Rates on Thursday 09/15/2011If you do not voice your opposition, you will pay $93.5 million dollars more. Gulf powere has increased your bill over the last ten year. They are now askign for another increase tha twill ultimately cost consumers $93.5 million.
- Unemployment Rate Increases in November: Jobs Available?Just two days after the Fed Beige Book announced that the economy was improving, the Labor Department announced that unemployment increased in November. Employers state they can't fill jobs.
Obesity Rate: Increase PredictedScientists predict that the obesity rate will rise before Americans start to lose weight.- Paulding Commissioners Cut into Property Tax Decrease of HomeownersAs property values plummet throughout metro Atlanta, nearby Paulding County serves as an example of the dichotomy that exists between many elected officials and their constituents regarding millage rate increases.
- If My Car is Stolen, Will My Insurance Rate Increase?Many people who have their car stolen wonder how it will affect their insurance rate. Here are some things you should know about car insurance when your car is stolen, and what types of coverage you do have in the event of theft.
Escape to EverniaEver wonder what it would be like to travel into a fantasy world? A picture of my screensaver inspired this story, where I leave the horrors of the real world to return to a Evernia, a place of the utmost beauty and tranquility.- Administration Officials Tout Insurance ReformIn a teleconference last week, Kathleen Sebelius, Health and Human Services secretary faulted insurance companies for making huge profits and still raising rates by 25 to 40 percent. President Obama repeated these points in a radio address.
- What Can You Claim on Auto Insurance Without Causing a Rate Increase?This article relates a number of possible claims that can be made against your auto insurance without causing a rate increase.
The Consumer's to the Credit Card Act of 2009This article explains the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, and Disclosure Act of 2009 in layman's terms. If you own a credit card, this new law affects you.
Unemployment Rate Increase Reaches 26 Year HighLook around the room, the latest news from the Bureau of Labor Statistics tells us that, on average, at least one out ever ten Americans are unemployed. Let us put party politics aside and agree that we need to try something new to decrease unemployment.
Insurance Rate Increases ExplainedInsurance rates can change and fluctuate for a myriad of reasons - these are the most common.- The State of the Economy as Unemployment Rates IncreaseAs unemployment rises, our country sees more Americans struggling. This involves individuals as well as businesses.
- Why Do the Payments on My Mortgage Increase when the Annual Percentage Rate Increases?At times it can be difficult to explain to a customer why a payment increase is needed when the annual percentage rate increases on their mortgage loan.
- How to Convert an Annual Salary to an Hourly RateThis article is written to assist people wanting to know what their annual salary converts to in terms of an hourly wage.
- Handling DisagreementsHandling disagreements poses a challenge for all of us. How we handle disagreements is largely determined by the way we think about others.
- Laugh Until You CryAn article outlining the benefits of laughter
- Why is it when the Economy Hits Tough Times, the Economics Get Harder to UnderstandHidden fees are getting so large now they are not so easy to hide.
- Elderly Crime Rate Increases in JapanJapan is in a recession and with the family structure changing it is having an effect on their aging population.
- Electrical Frugality: How to Offset Consolidated Edison's Recent Rate IncreasesSome thoughts on how one may offset the new Con Edison increases by increasing their conservation of energy.
- Run in with the LawHave you ever been stopped by a law enforcement officer? As you sit there on the side of the road, several things begin to run through your mind. First, if you are so fortunate as to be alone, you are thankful your wife is not with you.
- Washington Gas & Light Reaches New Rate SettlementWashington Gas & Light announced that the company has reached a settlement agreement in its Virginia rate increase proceeding that is currently in progress.
- Electric Rate Increase Creating Havoc in Our Lives!The article describes ways in which you can decrease your electricity bill this summer.
- Ameren Raises Rates, Why?Ameren (utility company) has just raised their rates by 40%! Looking at reasons why...
