Keyword: Boston

Flat-rate Pricing (6/22/2006)

Flat-rate pricing may increase the bottom line of businesses when consumers over-estimate the amount they might consume and under-estimate the cost of un-restrained use.

Keywords: all-you-can-eat, Boston, flat-rate pricing, Greyhound Bus, gym membership, health club, procrastination, Red Lobster, variety

Rent Ceiling (8/31/2000)

Rent control in Boston, MA has led to most apartments charging rent right up to the price ceiling. The effective rent is actually higher if under-the-table payments are included.

Keywords: apartments, black market, Boston, equilibrium price, price ceiling, rent ceiling, rent control, shortage, under-the-table payment