by Barbara Nevins Taylor A new threatening scam robocall hit my mobile phone voicemail this week to let me know … Continue reading New Threatening Scam Robocall
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Happy Year of the Dog
Happy Year of the Dog! The eleventh animal in the Chinese lunar calendar symbolizes justice, loyalty, honesty, and a sense of … Continue reading Happy Year of the Dog
DACA Can Continue Federal Court Rules
DACA can continue, thanks to a federal judge in Brooklyn who gave a boost to the young people who depend … Continue reading DACA Can Continue Federal Court Rules
Last Minute Jewelry Buying Tips
updated February 13, 2018 by Barbara Nevins Taylor If you waited until the last minute to look for a Valentine’s … Continue reading Last Minute Jewelry Buying Tips
How Talking Sports Breaks The Ice
by Ira H. Silverman When I was growing up on Long Island in the ’50s and ’60s, my parents always … Continue reading How Talking Sports Breaks The Ice
Wells Fargo Punished For Cheating
On the last day of her term as the chair of the Federal Reserve, Janet Yellen made sure that … Continue reading Wells Fargo Punished For Cheating
Consumer Policies Hurt Forgotten Americans
The Trump administration claims to represent “forgotten Americans.” And certainly, millions who say they feel forgotten voted for Trump. But … Continue reading Consumer Policies Hurt Forgotten Americans
Women’s March Shows Solidarity
by Barbara Nevins Taylor Women marched with babies, children, husbands and friends, some of whom they’d never met before. Men … Continue reading Women’s March Shows Solidarity
Consumer Protections Need Protection More Than Ever
Consumer protections need more protection than ever. Specifically, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) needs your vote of confidence to … Continue reading Consumer Protections Need Protection More Than Ever
Americans Put Trust In Some Professions And Rank Others Low
Americans trust people in some professions but not all. Who don’t they trust? Gallup asked Americans to rate honesty and … Continue reading Americans Put Trust In Some Professions And Rank Others Low
7 Favorite Audiobooks To Jumpstart 2018
by Barbara Nevins Taylor I listen to audiobooks walking around, riding on the subway and when I’m in the … Continue reading 7 Favorite Audiobooks To Jumpstart 2018
Nigerian Prince Scammer Arrested
A player in the Nigerian Prince scam was arrested in Slidell, Louisiana and it turns out he’s a Slidell hometown … Continue reading Nigerian Prince Scammer Arrested
Pay Taxes In Advance For 2018
updated December 28, 2017 Pay taxes for 2018? Who wants to think about that in the middle of the holiday … Continue reading Pay Taxes In Advance For 2018
Giving A Puppy As A Surprise Holiday Gift
by Philip Raclyn, DVM Maybe you’re thinking, “I can’t wait to see their expression when they see this adorable … Continue reading Giving A Puppy As A Surprise Holiday Gift
Tax Bill Will Unravel New Deal Protections
by Nick Taylor Why would Republicans pass a “tax reform” bill that rewards corporations and the rich at the … Continue reading Tax Bill Will Unravel New Deal Protections
Senate Tax Bill Forces Medicare Cuts
Brace yourself. The proposed Senate tax bill would force $25 billion in Medicare cuts in 2018 and maybe more in … Continue reading Senate Tax Bill Forces Medicare Cuts