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Claro Customers in limbo!

January 16th, 2012

So here we are again, the more things change the more they remain the same. Do you remember when there was just one provider of telecommunication in Jamaica? If you did not like the service it provided there was little you could do about it. Then there was a light at the end of the [...]

The ‘Super’ Survey

January 13th, 2012

Did you know that the Consumer Affairs Commission (C.A.C) can help you with finding deals? How? By conducting and publishing the results of surveys of several items sold at supermarkets in the Corporate Area and St. Ann. The most current results can be found in sections C of The Gleaner dated January 12,2012. The selected [...]

CONSUMER FOOD ALERT!

January 8th, 2012

Once again I read of those who continue to reap what they did not sow. This was reported by the Gleaner on January 6,2012,”Reports are that about 8.00 a.m. today, a farmer of Middlesex district in Guys Hill discovered that some 200 pounds of sweet pepper were stolen from his farm. These sweet peppers were [...]

7 tips to save money in 2012

January 4th, 2012

Okay so we all know about new year resolutions. We make them every year as we promise to do a whole lot of changing so we can enjoy a better quality of life. How many of us though actually follow through on our resolutions? The secret of ensuring that we follow through on our resolutions [...]

Wholesale vs Retail- Which is the better route?

January 1st, 2012

How much do you spend at the supermarket each week? Is it $4000 or more? Well if you have children that number could double especially when they are home for the holidays. Not to mention the extra costs associated with younger children such as diapers, wipes and baby formula. So when you are strapped for [...]

How to make a successful budget.

December 28th, 2011

Although shopping during this season might be attractive, it is important to remember that it takes a short time to sink into debt and a long time to climb out. Credit card or hire purchase payments can take a heavy chunk out of your salary so it is wise to count your costs before you [...]

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