Banks weigh long term auto loans in Southern Illinois
A ABA national survey shows banks widely offer 42 48 and 60 month car loans as 1977 car loan averages top $5000. Local bankers say demand remains low for loans beyond 36 months while some SIUC Credit Union and Commercial Credit of Carbondale report growing uptake of four year financing for new cars.
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Southern Illinois
American Bankers Association
ABA
Larry Broker
Bank of Carbondale
Bill Corder
Ervin N. Baker Inc
Marion
Corder
Illinois
Chris Moenich
Joanne Wood
Robert Streuter
City National Bank
Murphysboro
City
Tional Bank
Streuter
Bank of de Soto
Mike Robison
Southern Illinois University- Carbondale Credit Union
Commercial Credit of Carbondale
Siuc Credit Union
James E. Sinnott
Sinnott
Keith Geren
Commercial Credit
How to complain calmly when items are faulty
This guide advises shoppers to stay calm and factual when a product is poorly made or a salesperson is rude. It outlines steps: list purchase details, visit the store with your facts and sales slip, contact the manufacturer if unresolved, and, if needed, write to the Illinois Attorney General with copies of sales slips.
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Attorney General of
Illinois
Ilinois
S. Second St
Springfield
Ill
N. LaSalle St
Chicago
Final rules set weatherization aid for low income homes
The Federal Energy Administration announced final regulations for a weatherization program aimed at low income and elderly residents. States will administer funds, with 90 percent spent on materials and each state guaranteed at least 100 000 dollars. Larger allocations depend on a formula. the program budget this year is 27.5 million dollars, with 65 million sought for next year.
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Federal Energy Administration
FEA
Faulty exhaust systems can endanger drivers
A National Highway Traffic Safety Administration guide warns that holes in exhaust parts can leak deadly carbon monoxide into a car. It explains four main components manifold exhaust pipe muffler tail pipe and catalytic converter on newer models and urges biannual inspections.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Consumer Information Center
Dept
Pueblo
Colo
Thorough underside inspection for exhaust systems advised
The piece urges a complete check of clamps, hangers, and joints for wear and holes during oil changes or tuneups. Watch for muffler noise, tailpipe hisses, manifold cracks, and leaks. keep a window open if exhaust problems exist and inspect after bumps. Do not work on a car in a confined space with the engine running.
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