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When Your New Home Betrays You
Finance & Tips Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

When Your New Home Betrays You

Wouldn't you be upset if your home creaked with every step? Here's how the TrustDALE team helped Emma with her dilemma.

When Online Orders Go Wrong—Really Wrong
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

When Online Orders Go Wrong—Really Wrong

Ever afraid to take on a big company like Sears? Read how consumer investigator Dale Cardwell and TrustDALE took on Sears' customer service to get consumers what they ordered.

Small Claims Court: What It Is (and What It Isn’t)
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Small Claims Court: What It Is (and What It Isn’t)

Thinking about small claims court in Georgia? Learn what to expect, how to file, and what happens after you win. Get practical tips and insights to help you navigate the process with confidence.

How One Georgia Family Took On a Mortgage Servicer—and Won
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

How One Georgia Family Took On a Mortgage Servicer—and Won

A military veteran's family turned to TrustDALE for help after his mortgage company threatened to evict him. We learned a surprising truth about why some mortgage companies may want to evict people, even when they're willing to pay.

Is A Water Line Warranty a Lifesaver or a Waste of Money?
Finance & Tips Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Is A Water Line Warranty a Lifesaver or a Waste of Money?

Plumbing problems can be unexpected and expensive. However, warranties that claim to give you peace of mind about your plumbing may not cover what you think it does.

What Do You Do When Your Car Reservation Isn’t Really A Reservation
Finance & Tips Automotive
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

What Do You Do When Your Car Reservation Isn’t Really A Reservation

If you've ever reserved a rental car, only to arrive at the counter and be told your confirmed vehicle is “no longer available,” you're not alone. Read about Dale's infuriating experience when he rented a car on a recent trip out of town.

Atlanta Man Fights for Refund After $400 Vanishes in Prepaid Card Transaction
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Atlanta Man Fights for Refund After $400 Vanishes in Prepaid Card Transaction

Getting a refund is essential for a product you don't want, but it's worse when it's a product you don't even receive. Don't let this happen to you when you go to your local drugstore.

Is Zego a Safe Way to Pay Rent? What Atlanta Renters Need to Know
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Is Zego a Safe Way to Pay Rent? What Atlanta Renters Need to Know

Your landlord asks you to pay through a 3rd party app, but should you? Dale has information to know before you send.

Lost in the Mail: When Missing Documents Derail Life-Changing Moments
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Lost in the Mail: When Missing Documents Derail Life-Changing Moments

Lost mail can have serious consequences—especially when it involves legal adoption documents. Discover how one attorney's missing paperwork led to major delays and why relying on USPS for critical documents may be riskier than you think.

The Storm After the Storm: One Couple’s Battle with Their Insurance Company
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Storm After the Storm: One Couple’s Battle with Their Insurance Company

Struggling with an insurance claim after storm damage? See how one couple fought back against delays and lowball offers to secure a full roof replacement—plus key takeaways to help homeowners navigate their own insurance battles.

Paying For Unknown Subscriptions? A Real-Life Lesson in Checking Your Bills
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Paying For Unknown Subscriptions? A Real-Life Lesson in Checking Your Bills

Are you unknowingly paying for subscriptions you never signed up for? One customer discovered over $200 in unauthorized charges on their Verizon bill. Learn how to spot hidden fees, prevent billing errors, and take control of your finances.

When New Floors Turned into a Nightmare, One Family Fought Back
Finance & Tips Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

When New Floors Turned into a Nightmare, One Family Fought Back

When a family's $18,000 flooring investment turned into a safety hazard, they fought back—and won. Learn how TrustDALE helped resolve the issue and discover key tips to protect yourself when hiring a flooring company.

The TurboTax “Free” Trap: Why the FTC Banned Intuit from Calling it Free
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The TurboTax “Free” Trap: Why the FTC Banned Intuit from Calling it Free

In this article, Dale dives into the deceptive marketing tactics used by Intuit, the company behind TurboTax, when promoting TurboTax Free Edition as a free tax preparation software.

Is Switching to an Online Bank a Smart Move?
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Is Switching to an Online Bank a Smart Move?

Online banks can be a good choice for your money. But don't make the move until you hear Dale's recommendations to find the best service.

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