Bob Sullivan

American Airlines ‘technical difficulties’ impacts several airports, website

September 17, 2015 Bob Sullivan 0

American Airlines is experiencing serious technical difficulties today that impact “several airports,” according to the airline’s Twitter feed. “We’re working to resolve technical issues impacting several airports as quickly as possible,” the firm wrote. Internet users are complaining the airlines website isn’t working properly, either. “We’re working to resolve technical issues [Keep reading]

Out the window, a photo essay – If you’ve always wanted to drive cross-country, but haven’t (yet)

September 16, 2015 Bob Sullivan 2

I am well aware that I’m very lucky. Every time I mention that I’m about to set out on a cross-country drive, I hear, “I wish I could do that,” over and over. I’ve been privileged to complete the trip a dozen times or so. In exchange for occasional back soreness and [Keep reading]

N.J. Congressman calls for hearings on explosive fantasy sports growth, prize money

September 15, 2015 Bob Sullivan 0

If you’ve recently noticed the incessant advertisements for fantasy sports websites with cash prizes and wondered, “Why isn’t this gambling?” you aren’t alone. New Jersey Congressman Frank Pallone is wondering, too, and he’s called for Congressional hearings on the matter. Online gambling is illegal. Gambling on sporting events is illegal [Keep reading]

Expedia: Don’t press ‘1’ for more information about a free trip or another prize – it’s a scam

September 15, 2015 Bob Sullivan 2

Expedia.com has asked me to warn consumers that the firm is getting complaints about a travel scam targeting Expedia consumers. In this scam, con artists call consumers claiming to be from Expedia, then tell listeners they’ve won a prize. After a bit more trickery, targets are asked to pay a fee in [Keep reading]

Grandparent scam keeps on working — talk to your elderly relatives NOW

September 14, 2015 Bob Sullivan 0

There’s a very hot place in Hell for people who steal money from the elderly, but I’m hoping there’s an even hotter place for criminals who pose as desperate grandchildren when they do so. I know many of you know about Facebook friend scams and the “grandparent scam” version of [Keep reading]

The Cynja, Vol. 11: Grant is secretly scripting new software

September 11, 2015 Bob Sullivan 0

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Sometimes it’s better to drive — or walk — to see the country

September 10, 2015 Bob Sullivan 0

There’s a reason people live on America’s east or west coast: That’s where the opportunities are. But New York / Washington / Los Angeles / San Francisco have a lot of other natural advantages. There’s something primal about being near the ocean. There’s something historic about being near New York. [Keep reading]

Two debt collectors hit with largest-ever penalty; Wall Street cheers, gobbles up shares

September 10, 2015 Bob Sullivan 0

Two of the nation’s largest debt collectors must refund nearly $60 million to consumers and stop trying to collect on another $128 million in debts, after an action filed by federal regulators Wednesday. San Diego-based Encore Capital Group and Virginia-based Portfolio Recovery Associates are accused of pressuring consumers with false statements [Keep reading]

Credit reports and credit scores will soon change — for the better

September 8, 2015 Bob Sullivan 2

Big changes are coming to both credit scores and credit reports – some as soon as September. Thanks to a combination of state lawsuits, federal regulation, and old-fashioned competitive pressures, the way Americans are graded on their ability to pay back loans is about to enter a bit of a [Keep reading]

Labor Day: Time to work that second job

September 7, 2015 Bob Sullivan 2

One of Heidi’s biggest fears is growing old with credit card debt, but it sure looked like she was headed that way last year. That’s why Heidi took a second job. The 41-year-old, who lives near Pittsburgh, has about $30,000 in credit card debt. Right now Heidi — who asked [Keep reading]

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