How to complain effectively Consumers are reporting in increasing numbers that it is difficult to complain. Here are five easy steps towards getting the result you want Business • 07 Mar 14
Telephone line fee increase for over 66 year olds People over 66 will face a hefty increase on their telephone landline, following last December’s budget, but there are ways of counter-acting the hike if … Business • 06 Jan 13
Women are hit hardest by new EU car insurance law Women will be hit hardest by the new EU rules banning gender-based discount for car insurance, but young men could save up to 50% Business • 09 Mar 15
Spotting Irish own-brand products More than ever consumers want to support Irish home produce, but they also want to save money with own-brands. Learn how to do both with … Business • 06 Jan 13
Beware of the 'cheap' motor insurance Buying car insurance used to be simple. These days the it's all about tailor-making your own policy with add on extras. So beware of the … Business • 05 Dec 12
Now Bord Gais increases electricy prices Bord Gáis Energy is to follow Electric Ireland and Airtricity with residential electricity price hikes from 15 October. Business • 27 Aug 13
New premium phone rules to protect consumer Premium rate telephone services can cost as much as €3.50 a minute. Now, a new code of practice has been imposed on phone companies to … Business • 05 Dec 12
Shop around now as Electric Ireland hikes price The price of gas and petrol is already on the up. Now Electric Ireland is adding to the pain increasing prices by October 1. Business • 19 Mar 13
How to get money off your next purchase Voucher codes, daily deal sites, discounts online and off line. Consumer expert Tina Leonard tells Today with Pat Kenny where and to get money off … Business • 05 Dec 12
Ulster Bank plans for compensation over IT glitch Ulster Bank has released plans to compensate the 600,000 customers who were affected by IT problems at the bank. It is also working with other … Business • 05 Dec 12
Back-to-school money-saving tips Four in five parents have financial worries about back-to-school costs. Consumer expert Tina Leonard has five top tips to help you save money this September. Business • 05 Dec 12
Money-saving tips as petrol rises to €100 a tank With the price of petrol set to exceed 170c a litre, learn how to economise on fuel with these 15 tips on driving techniques and … Business • 05 Dec 12
Energy bills set to rise this autumn Look at changing your gas and electricity tariff or provider now, before a possible price hike. Tina Leonard has the details Business • 05 Dec 12
Health insurance: beware of penalties if switching Switch your health insurance without triggering penalties - new terms and conditions make it less attracting to do this mid-contract. Tina Leonard explains to Today … Business • 04 Jul 13
Don't be ripped off by your garage Under EU laws, consumers no longer have to go to their car manufacturer approved garages for repairs to protect their warranty. Tina Leonard has the … Business • 05 Dec 12
Countdown to Saorview launched RTÉ Weather's Nuala Carey has launched thecountdown to the switch over to digital TV at the end of October. Business • 05 Dec 12
Top 10 holiday saving tips. Every cent counts when holidaying, but if you invest in some research before you book your hotel and destination, you could save hundreds of euro. … Business • 05 Dec 12
Roaming charges down to 29c across EU Mobile phone companies have finally been told they can no longer charge exorbitant rates to consumers while abroad in EU ruling. Business • 05 Dec 12
Ulster Bank to compensate customers Ulster Bank customers are to be compensated for problems caused by its computer crash and it has been told it must also compensate those affected … Business • 05 Dec 12
Get the best out of Groupon and deals sites Consumers are enthusiastically embracing the likes of Groupon and Living Social - but make sure you get the best out of them. Tina Leonard has … Business • 05 Dec 12
Worst of property crash may have passed The worst may be over in the property market with the first monthly increase in property prices in almost five years, according to new government … Business • 05 Dec 12
Credit ratings agency's warning on house prices The credit rating agency Standard & Poor's has said that residential property prices in Ireland may continue to fall. Business • 05 Dec 12
Distressed property sale includes Merrion Sq house A house in Merrion Square, one of the most prestigious Georgian districts in Dublin, is up for sale in a ''distressed properties'' auction that also … Business • 05 Dec 12
Holiday car hire: the hidden snags When renting a car this summer, be aware of hidden charges and extras which couold turn an ‘amazingly cheap’ daiily rate into something significantly different. Business • 05 Dec 12
Complaining about new or old car - it's difficult It is the second biggest purchase you’ll make in your life after your home but if a fault occurs when you buy a car what … Business • 05 Dec 12
