Week of March 10, 2025
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31 Housing Markets Where Home Prices Are Falling
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MrConsumer recently bought a new Dell desktop computer but was shocked to learn only after purchase that the McAfee antivirus program that came with it was not free. And he had no ability to opt-out of it either before or after purchase.
That story is in Mouse Print* this week.
Consumer Reports says that fabric softener can irritate sensitive skin, leave a residue on your clothing and inside the washer, and reduce absorption of your towels. So what should you use instead?
Consumer Reporter Jeff Rossen, is doing longer form consumer pieces online. In this episode, Jeff checks out UnclaimedBaggage.com, where airlines send their unclaimed luggage and its contents for sale. Remember, this is all someone else's used stuff -- clothing, electronics, etc. So, saving a mere 25% is not a great deal. Shipping is free over $75.
The spring home selling season is about to kick off. But, is that the best time to put your house on the market? According to an analysis by Zillow, to maximize your sale price, sellers should consider listing their property in the second half of May. Homes sold for about 6% more when this was done. Of course, 2025 is not a typical year and regional differences may also play a part of when best to list your home.
Consumer DealsWhere Airlines Sell Off Unclaimed Luggage and Their Contents
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