Remar's Report
May 2008
Getting the Longest Service Out of Your Vehicle Saves $$$
Many people are keeping their cars longer. According to a recent report by the research company R. L. Polk & Co., the median age of operational passenger cars in 2007 was 9.2 years. Take good care of your car or truck and it will give you many years of service. Extra service years can save you money long-term. In the current economic climate, all of us are looking for ways to trim our spending. Here's how to stretch the good life for your wheels.
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"Spring Cleaning" Your Personal and Financial Records
This alert from the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse is a quick reminder of how long you should keep your tax records.
Understanding Debit Cards Plastic with a difference
This article from Consumer Action describes how debit cards differ from credit cards, the consumer protections that exist and how to address problems with billing and unauthorized use.
Made in the USA? The truth behind the labels
This article from Consumer Reports describes how hard it can be to tell where a product originated and includes examples.
Guide to Worldwide Plugs and Sockets Patterns & Power Mains
This page from Interpower Corporation has pictures of the various electrical socket patterns used around the world. Listings for each country include voltage, frequency/hz, and a cross-referenced to the patterns.
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