July, 2009
House approves $2B more for ‘cash for clunkers’
The White House says it's reviewing options about keeping the "cash for clunkers" program going. Auto dealers already may have surpassed the 250,000 vehicle sales funded by the $1 billion program. The White House says any valid deals already made will be honored.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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Last Chance to Qualify for iPod Giveaway
If you are interested in winning one of two iPods, today is the last day you can qualify. We’re celebrating Consumerism Commentary’s sixth anniversary by hosting a “scavenger hunt.” Four clues have been scattered throughout the website and media throughout the past couple of weeks.
The details for the scavenger hunt are here. If you are ...
Trustee Sues Madoff’s Wife For Nearly $45M
Trustee Irving H. Picard spelled out his claims in a lawsuit against Ruth Madoff in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Manhattan. He said Madoff for decades lived "a life or splendor" using money that belonged to customers of her husband's investment firm.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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Money Mantras
You know what they say, the best things in life are free. And when it comes to personal finance advice, the more simply stated the better. That’s why we reached out to you to solicit your best personal finance advice in the time honored form of the haiku. Strictly speaking, a haiku is a form ...
Transitional Care Cuts Hospital Re-Entry Rates, Costs
A study published earlier this year finds 1 out of 5 older patients who are discharged from a hospital will return within a month, costing Medicare about $17 billion a year. A program in Philadelphia assigns nurses to follow up with discharged patients in order to prevent readmission.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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