Research Databases

List of research database titles, descriptions and links
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Consumer Reports landing page
Consumer Reports

Research your next big purchase through unbiased product testing and ratings. The website provides updates on product availability and adds new products to previously published test results. Read product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics and more.

 

 

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Data Axle Reference Solutions | formerly Reference USA

Provides information for 60 million U.S. businesses and 157 million U.S. households. Search for businesses by SIC code, sales volume, number of employees, competitors, and more. Search for residence directory information by name, location or phone number.

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United Way WHIRE landing page
United Way: First Call for Help | WHIRE - Wayne Holmes Information Referral Exchange

Knowing that you need help is one thing…finding someone who can help you is another. United Way’s WHIRE can link you to resources such as rent and utility assistance, food, health-related services, homeless services, foreclosure information, senior services, family counseling, support groups and parenting resource information. WHIRE - Wayne Holmes Information Referral Exchange is designed to provide you with information and referrals using an extensive database of community resources.

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