Beware the 'Bo': Your Next Utility Bill Could Spike 30% Thanks to This New Hidden Fee
Yes, that "bo" is standing for "balancing order," and it's the latest jargon utilities are using to quietly increase your monthly costs. Starting next quarter, millions of households could see an average of $85 added to their electric bills—whether you use more power or not. This isn't a tax, but a fee to cover infrastructure upgrades, and regulators are letting it slide without a public vote. Check your latest statement for a line item labeled "Bo adjustment"; if it's there, call your local consumer protection office today before the rate locks in for the year. Your wallet just took a hit, and your holiday budget might be next.