McCormick seafood batter recall
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 07-03-2011
McCormick & Co. said this morning it has recalled packages of its seafood batter mix.
Video: Tax refunds on prepaid cards
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 05-03-2011
The IRS is reaching out to taxpayers, offering them the opportunity to get their refund on a prepaid debit card. The agency has sent out letters to thousands of low-to moderate income filers inviting them to sign up for this pilot program. The goal is to prevent taxpayers who dont have a traditional bank account from using pricey alternatives, such as refund anticipation loans.
Frugal dilemmas: Time to upgrade?
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 04-03-2011
Many people were very excited to hear Apple’s latest announcement about the next iPad. I wasn’t surprised to hear that the newer model would be available in both black and white. After all, Apple usually changes its iPod designs for every new generation — adding color, altering the shape.
Spring Fever package at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 03-03-2011
The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort in Cambridge is offering a Spring Fever package with rates starting at $159 per night, Sunday-Thursday, based on double occupancy. The deal is available for stays April 1- June 10 and includes overnight stay and a s’mores kit. Tax and a $20 resort fee are extra.
IRS: There’s $27.7 million waiting for Marylanders to claim
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 03-03-2011
The IRS says it has more than $27.7 million in unclaimed refunds from 2007 for more than 25,000 Marylanders. About half of the refunds are worth at least $645, the IRS figures.
Shopping for eyeglasses and contact lenses: Consumer Website of the Week
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 02-03-2011
I’ll admit it: I have terrible vision. At the doctor’s office, even the largest letter on the eye chart is blurry for me. As a result, I spend very little time without corrective lenses in place, whether they be contact lenses or glasses.
BWI Obrycki’s named Top 10 U.S. airport restaurant
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 01-03-2011
Which is better: Traditional pension or 401(k)?
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 01-03-2011
The New York Times has an interesting story on cash-strapped states moving their workers from a traditional pension to a less expensive 401(k)-like plan.
Passengers view space shuttle launch from plane
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 28-02-2011
Passengers aboard a flight from Orlando to Richmond were treated to a sky show last week when space shuttle Discovery lifted off from Cape Canaveral, just east of the central Florida airport. Apparently the flight was delayed, so I guess this was their reward. I’ve certainly never seen anything this cool from my window seat. On the other hand, I prefer a boring, uneventful flight.
Oil rises and so does cost of airline ticket
Filed Under (Consumer Interests) by Admin on 26-02-2011
I don’t normally write about gas prices, but I’m getting just a tad nervous. Last night on my way home, the gas station closest to my neighborhood showed $3.43 a gallon for regular. That’s why I regularly avoid it and go to Costco, even though I have to drive 20 miles to get there. (Not sure that makes sense or cents.)