extra fees

The world has gone mobile, and you might be getting overcharged.

Verizon wireless is being investigated by the federal communications commission for overcharging customers $50 million dollars and they might not be the only guilty party. According to CNN your wireless carrier might have a few hidden charges stuffed into your phone bills, and whether accidental or not you should be aware of what you’re paying.  read more »

The airline industry is flying to places no one wants to go. Places like extra fees and hidden charges, places that your wallet isn’t ready for.

Earlier this week American airlines announced that it will start charging passengers fifty dollars to fly coach on stand-by. The airlines says they are trying to ease the congestion caused by stand-by passengers during boarding but do admit there is some revenue involved. And it’s just the latest in the long list of additional charges for bags, blankets, headsets and special meals. CBS Travel Editor Peter Greenberg says in these low travel times these fees are keeping planes in the sky.  read more »