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You Don't Know Beans!
(NC)-Looking for reasons to get your family to eat more legumes? It turns out that the skin on beans is not just an important source of fibre, it's rich in powerful nutrient compounds that may help prevent chronic diseases like cancer and heart...
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
To Be Or Not To Be… Healthy? The Choice Is Yours
(NC)-Your doctor utters those dreaded words; you must lower your cholesterol or face the possibility of heart disease. You think you will have to give up all the foods you love. However, being healthy does not mean eating a rabbit's diet.
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
Consumer Tips: What About Car Insurance?
(NC)-All owners are required by law to insure vehicles driven on public roads. Some provinces and territories offer public insurance while others have insurance sold privately.
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
Consumer Tips: How To Buy A Used Car Privately
(NC)-Many people buy cars privately rather than through dealers. You can often save money going this route, however, keep in mind that if you have problems with the vehicle it may be difficult, if not impossible, to get any assistance or...
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
Consumer Tips: Before Purchasing A Used Car…
(NC)-Be aware of the following: Inspect the car in daylight and good weather. Bring someone you trust along to help you make a thorough appraisal; Don't expect perfection in a used car.
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
Your Will - A Personal Reflection Of Your Life
(NC)-Every person is unique, however, people have common needs - air, water, food, shelter, love, a sense of accomplishment. Beyond these, we are also concerned about our current financial needs, our futures and our family's well-being.
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
What To Do If You Find Unauthorized Transactions On Your Account
(NC)-If you find unauthorized transactions on your credit card account, follow the steps below to find out whether you can be reimbursed:Step 1: Contact your credit card issuer immediately to report the unauthorized transactions.Step 2: Check your...
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
Know Your Rights When Investing In A Mortgage
(NC)-Investing money in a private mortgage for attractive returns has its merits and its risks. This type of investment is one in which a person lends money to a borrower who pledges real estate as security for the loan.
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
Consumer Tips: Debit Card Fraud
(NC)-With approximately 36,000 ABM machines, and some 460,000 direct payment terminals in more than 350,000 businesses across Canada, it's not surprising that Canadians are the highest per-capita users of debit cards in the world.
Date Posted: May 10, 2003
Consumer Tips: Not Happy With Your Purchase? Here's How To Get Results
Web based "Complaint Courier" designed by governments to help Canadians(NC)-If you've just purchased a product that doesn't meet your expectations, here's how the Canadian Consumer Information Gateway suggests you proceed:...
Date Posted: May 10, 2003