10-10 PhoneRatesComparisons of phone company rates and plans. Links to no-charge international phone books.
A Bell TollsA central location for information on the telecommunications industry. Included are webpages of long distance carriers, information about the best rate plans, and some interesting tidbits about the industry.
BuyersZoneReviews for products and services with a business focus, from phone systems to benefits packages.
Consumer ReviewsConsumer-generated and selective product reviews for electronics, sport equpment, and photography.
ConsumerSearchListings of top-rated products, and rankings and descriptions of reviews and reviewers.
ConsumerWorldThe best directory of consumer-oriented links on the Web.
ElderGadgetProvides reviews about consumer electronics, highlighting senior-friendly features.
Epinions.comPersonal opinions of products with ratings.
ISP FinderLocate internet service providers by area code.
Long Distance WorldLong Distance rate comparison service for consumers and businesses.
MoneySavingTipsOffers a wide range of money savings tips, including those on car insurance, mortgage, health care, and groceries.
National Geographic Green GuideGuide to purchasing and using environmentally friendly products.
NexTagComparison shopping and products-services engine for searching online stores, small business, and private party sales. Includes retailer product availability and satisfaction reviews.
PC WorldOffers product reviews and pricing, freeware and shareware downloads, interactive tools, and free e-newsletter.
RespondTermed a 'reverse auction' site, it allows the consumer to browse and specify for both price and a wide range of products and services.
Senior Citizens' ResourcesU.S. Government information including consumer protection, end-of-life issues, health, housing, taxes, travel and recreation. English and Spanish.
Survive and Thrive Boomer GuideArticles on the how-to of purchasing a variety of consumer products, with additional guidance on retirement, healthcare providers, stress reduction, and fraud issues.
American Institute of PhilanthropyNon-profit institute rates their choices for the top 150 or so charities.
BBB Wise Giving AlliancePromotes informed giving by providing about charitable organizations that solicit funds nationally from the general public.
Apartments.com: WashingtonSearch for apartments from newspaper classifieds, apartment complexes and private landlords.
Better Business BureauConsumer alerts, resource library, and online complaint forms.
Consumer's Guide to Energy Efficiency and Renewable EnergyThis site, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, has information on insulation and weatherization, landscaping, appliances, and lots of other ways to save energy.
Fannie MaeGovernment sponsored enterprise (GSE) that cooperates with lenders to increase the level of funds available for home purchase. Info on Fannie Mae mortgage products, including Fannie Mae owned (HomePath) homes. English and Spanish.
Homefair: MoveRelocation, mortgages, and related topics
Northwest Real EstateReal estate listings for nine western Washington counties.
Vacation ValleyFind vacation rentals all over the world.
Your Rights as a Tenant in Washington StateCompiled by the Northwest Justice Project, a document covering the rights, responsibilities, and appropriate Revised Code of Washington Laws.
Annual Credit ReportSite allows a free credit report once a year from the 3 nationwide reporting companies, Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
BankrateWide range of financial information and advice.
CARDWEBCurrent information on payment cards, including credit, debit, smart, prepaid, ATM and phone.
Credit Scores InformationExplains credit scores information: what a score is made up of, hypothetical examples of scores, and how to improve your own score.
Insurance WebComparison shopping for auto, term, health, renters, condo, and life insurance.
InsureProviding information, quotes and articles on all types of insurance.
Tax LinksDownload forms, find advice, and locate the tax department in all 50 states.
Attorney General's Office (WA) Consumer Protection DivisionConsumer tips, plus instructions for resolving consumer complaints.
Citizen Information CenterFree and for purchase publications - including consumer help, recalls and scams. English and Spanish.
Consumer @ctionConsumer education and advocacy. English, Chinese and Spanish versions. Multilingual materials available from this site also.
Consumer Action HandbookBusinesses, organizations, and government agencies that deal with consumer issues.
Consumer Product Safety CommissionPress releases include product recalls; back to 1990.
Consumer Protection MissionArticles and alerts from the U.S. Office of Consumer Protection. Some articles are available in Spanish.
Federal Communications CommissionFind here info on Freedom of Information Act requests; the national Do-Not-Call registry; filing complaints involving wireless, internet, radio, television, or telephone communications; and a downloadable 26-page guide to FCC's organization, function, and procedures.
Food and Drug AdministrationInformation regarding food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics.
Get HumanInstructions on how to get out of an automated phone answering system and talk to a live human for many companies and organizations. Searchable by company name.
Household Products DatabaseLinks consumer brands to health effects. Products researchable by chemical ingredient.
National Fraud Information CenterInformation about telemarketing and Internet fraud; how to protect yourself.
National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationSearchable automobile complaint and recall databases; information on air bags and child safety seats.
Open Directory ProjectVolunteer managed site combats internet abuses: cyberstalking, denial of service, fraud, and spam.
Who Called UsBrowse through a list of recently reported Junk phonecalls OR Fill in a phone number from your caller ID display, and find out who that number belongs to.
Bed and BreakfastInternational directory of inns and bed & breakfasts, including the U.S. and Canada. Find also listings for cabins, historical hotels, resorts, and guest ranches.
Starting PageDirectory of travel sites, including airfare, hotel, cruise, bed & breakfast, restaurant, and world time info.
U.S. State Department Travel AdvisoryTips for safe international travel, including entry requirements, health information, and current warnings.
Washington State AccommodationsSearch for a hotel or campground at this site provided by the Washington State Tourism Division.