Consumer Federation of America

Closing Costs for Buying a Home Have Risen Along With Rates

These mortgage fees increased 22 percent from 2021 to 2022. One likely factor is the greater use of discount points to nudge interest rates down.

By Ann Carrns

Consumer Federation of America Consumer Protection Content Type: Service Federal Trade Commission Funerals and Memorials National Funeral Directors Assn Personal Finances Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates)

F.T.C. Warns Dozens of Funeral Homes to Provide Accurate Costs to Callers

The agency said an “undercover phone sweep” of more than 250 homes found that 38 failed to provide prices or supplied inconsistent prices in separate calls.

By Ann Carrns

Consumer Federation of America Content Type: Service Credit Scores Inflation (Economics) J D Power & Associates National Assn of Insurance Commissioners Personal Finances

How to Deal With Rising Auto Insurance Rates

Premiums are up more than inflation, as insurers deal with rising repair bills and higher car rental rates. But consumers do have some options, experts say.

By Ann Carrns

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