Credit and Money Matters

Recent layoffs mean more Washington residents are without health insurance. The good news is they may qualify for assistance to help cover the costs of necessary prescription medications. Help is literally rolling your way this week if you live in Seattle, Spokane, Tri-Cities, Prosser, Yakima, Everett, Olympia, Longview or Vancouver. ...

Days after I addressed an All Consuming blog reader’s concern about a sudden spike in his credit card’s interest rate, Congress passed a landmark law to address the problem. But will consumers with good credit end up footing the bill? Do you think the new law will help you or hurt you?  

Seniors reportedly receive more telephone and mail solicitations than any other age group. Those with dementia can write check after check to charities without understanding how much they’re spending or how the money will be used.

The girl next door is married. The guy at your gym already has a significant other. Let’s face it, meeting your future Mr. or Mrs. Right isn’t always easy. So it’s not surprising that dating services are becoming more popular. ... If you're considering such a service, read our tips ... Have you tried a dating service? What was your experience?

Ticked off by sudden spikes in credit card rates? You're not alone. Congress is on it. ...   What do you think about the proposed Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights? Has your credit card interest rate changed lately?

If you received a postcard in the mail saying that your prepaid package containing jewelry is waiting for you and you just need to confirm delivery, would you think it was your lucky day?

It's prom and wedding season. If you plan to hire a limo or town car to celebrate, make sure it's licensed and legitimate. ...

An All Consuming reader asked the following: My credit card company insists that the payment over due date is when they receive the payment at their office. I believe the post date is the date of payment made. Is there a law defining this? ...

Washington courts are offering a one-time amnesty program for folks with unpaid parking tickets and traffic fines. Pay now and they'll waive your late fees.

When KOMO aired a report this week about a company that provides an app that lets you download coupons to your mobile phone, I was intrigued. But as the story shows, both consumers and businesses may be ripped off ... As a consumer, would you use coupons if they could be downloaded to your cell? As a business, would you accept a coupon that wasn’t paper?