My mother passed away and I called Mass Mutual to handle her account. They mailed me a printed pdf to fill out. Well, I filled it out… Read more “Mass Mutual Beneficiary Distribution/Election Form”
Category: consumer lessons
Dr. Sholl’s Custom Orthotics are a Scam
Over the years I’ve worked a lot with importers, wholesalers and manufacturers. Most of these are in the shoe business and I hear some interesting stories. Like… Read more “Dr. Sholl’s Custom Orthotics are a Scam”
Bad News Agencies and Outlets
I’m tired of bad news outlets. They spread misinformation, hate and ignorance. How to spot a possible bad news outlet: Their links are only to their own… Read more “Bad News Agencies and Outlets”
Online Backup Storage
I will often work from home and as a result I have sensitive materials that cannot be lost due to power surges, equipment failure or parental failure… Read more “Online Backup Storage”
Consumer Lesson #5
Don’t always believe what you hear. Lisa was watching TV and saw a commercial that claimed that kids were 20% more attentive when they eat this breakfast… Read more “Consumer Lesson #5”
Consumer Lesson #10
Don’t buy a new car. I know that seems silly since car makers have been trying to sell us on the benefits of new cars and the… Read more “Consumer Lesson #10”
Consumer Lesson #34
Buy the expensive shampoo. We’re frugal folk. There’s no need to spend $5 on something you can get for a buck. So when we see commercials on… Read more “Consumer Lesson #34”
French Fries
I was at McDonald’s® today and decided to read the marketing on the box of fries included with my meal. They said: Why are our friesthe gold… Read more “French Fries”