Metro Cheapo

Compare Apples and Oranges with twofoods

Metro Cheapo — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 18:28:31 +0000

Compare foods and save money with twofoods!

After recently discovering twofoods.com, a food nutrition comparison site, I realized right away how the ability to compare foods can save people money. Think about it: you’re buying food for its nutritional value (hopefully), therefore you want to get the most nutritive bang for [...]

Be Smart About Using Credit Card Cash Advances

Metro Cheapo — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:56:52 +0000

Especially when traveling, credit card cash advances are a convenient way to access funds. We all know that these cash advances are expensive, however, and we should not get a cash advance unless there is no other option. Nevertheless, most of us have been in cash-strapped situations, particularly while vacationing. Just remember to [...]

Automatic Overdraft Coverage: Banks Are Getting Even More Desperate

Metro Cheapo — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 20:59:41 +0000

Earlier this month, new federal legislation regarding automatic overdraft coverage went into effect. Banks are still allowed to offer overdraft protection on checking and debit card accounts, but it can only be provided as an opt-in service. It’s no longer automatic or set up by default. As a result, banks are getting more [...]

Lessons from iPhone 4: Avoid the Dreaded Consumer Product Recall

Metro Cheapo — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:10:45 +0000

Apple stopped short of issuing a consumer product recall for the iPhone 4.

After iPhone 4 users raised concerns that dropped calls and bad reception might warrant a consumer product recall on Apple’s newest gadget, Apple CEO Steve Jobs spoke at a rare press conference on July 16 to reassure iPhone 4 users. [...]

Airline Fees Become Deal-Seeking Hurdles

Metro Cheapo — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 22:31:39 +0000

Airline fees will play havoc with your travel budget.

The Associated Press published a report today about airline fees — hidden charges that make it more difficult for consumers to find the cheapest deal on a flight. Congressional investigators have observed that sizable airline fees on baggage and basic amenities are [...]