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How Georgia Made a 90-Year-Old Legally Disappear
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

How Georgia Made a 90-Year-Old Legally Disappear

A 90-year-old Georgia woman spent two years trying to prove she exists after being denied a state ID. Her family’s ordeal reveals a troubling bureaucratic gap that you need to know about.

Why Your Car Insurance Costs More Than Your Car Payment
Finance & Tips Automotive
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Why Your Car Insurance Costs More Than Your Car Payment

Auto insurance rates are on the rise for even the safest drivers out there. In this article, we explain the factors that may cause your insurance to rise, through no fault of your own.

How a Disney+ Clause Nearly Derailed a Family’s Fight for Justice
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

How a Disney+ Clause Nearly Derailed a Family’s Fight for Justice

The Walt Disney Company tried to stop a wrongful death lawsuit all because the plaintiff had a Disney+ account! This leads us to one of Dale's most popular–and most repeated–pieces of advice.

The $500 Empty Box: How One Atlanta Mom Took On a Giant and Won
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The $500 Empty Box: How One Atlanta Mom Took On a Giant and Won

When an Atlanta mom received an empty box instead of the $500 electric bike she ordered, Amazon refused to refund her. Here's how she fought back–and what you can do if it happens to you.

Ticket Trap: Dale Got Burned by a Broker—What You Should Know Before You Buy
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention

Dale Cardwell

Ticket Trap: Dale Got Burned by a Broker—What You Should Know Before You Buy

Have you ever bought tickets from a ticket broker who never delivered? It happened to Dale, whose tickets for a play didn't show up in his inbox as promised. When he tried to get a refund, he ran into the wall of no customer service.

Window Pain: How One Homeowner Fought Back Against a Warranty Loophole
Finance & Tips Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Window Pain: How One Homeowner Fought Back Against a Warranty Loophole

Many of us know what it's like to not get what you paid for. This story is a little different. We’ll tell you what happened to Helen Thomas after she ordered windows for her family's home, and you'll understand why TrustDALE got involved!

Loan Trap: How One Click Cost a Family Years of Debt
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Loan Trap: How One Click Cost a Family Years of Debt

High-interest online loans are a huge risk. One lender, NetCredit, charges interest rates as high as 155%! One of our followers turned to Dale for help after she said NetCredit gave her the run-around.

Can You Cash a Check Made Out to Someone Who’s Passed Away?
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Can You Cash a Check Made Out to Someone Who’s Passed Away?

A TrustDALE follower received a check that was intended for someone who died. Can she cash the check anyway? Dale has the answer.

$2,100 Phone Bill?! How to Avoid Costly International Roaming Fees
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

$2,100 Phone Bill?! How to Avoid Costly International Roaming Fees

It's not cheap to use your smartphone outside the United States. Learn why one consumer had to pay thousands for roaming charges, and how you can avoid the same mistake on your next trip abroad.

Zillow’s Zestimates: How Close Are They to the Real Value of Your Home?
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Zillow’s Zestimates: How Close Are They to the Real Value of Your Home?

As one of the go-to websites for home buyers and sellers, Zillow's "Zestimates" can play a significant role in the decision making process. But are they accurate? In this article, we uncover the truth behind the popular home value estimates.

When the Repair Line Goes Dead: What’s Really Behind Sears’ Service Meltdown?
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

When the Repair Line Goes Dead: What’s Really Behind Sears’ Service Meltdown?

A Georgia consumer’s broken refrigerator exposes bigger cracks in Sears’ customer service. Here's what shoppers need to know before buying from legacy brands with fading support.

Puppy Love or Legal Trap? Inside the Pet Leasing Industry
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Puppy Love or Legal Trap? Inside the Pet Leasing Industry

A Georgia pet store offered lease-to-own puppies, leaving buyers like Brian Drysdale shocked by hidden costs. Discover how confusing contracts turned a $2,500 Shih Tzu into a $6,000 mistake, and how to avoid falling into the same trap.

Vanishing Voices: Why It’s So Hard to Reach a Real Person at Big Companies
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Vanishing Voices: Why It’s So Hard to Reach a Real Person at Big Companies

Frustrated by endless customer service loops? Discover why real corporate contacts are disappearing—and how you can fight back using social media and trusted resources like TrustDALE to get real results.

Credit Shock: Why Your Score Can Plummet Without Warning
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Credit Shock: Why Your Score Can Plummet Without Warning

Discover why your credit score can drop suddenly—even without missed payments. Learn hidden factors that affect your score, how to spot errors or fraud, and steps to protect your financial health.

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