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Three for Thursday 06.03.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 06.03.2021

Treating symptoms, not causes. I'm in the customer service business and I usually see transactions...

Three for Thursday 05.27.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 05.27.2021

Always strive for three estimates. How many times have you hear me say that? Virginia...

Three for Thursday 05.20.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 05.20.2021

Perspective. I was reminded of that word this past week when our TrustDALE GM Laura...

Does simply posting a sign mean an HOA is not responsible for damage?
Finance & Tips Safety & Security

Effie Ross

Does simply posting a sign mean an HOA is not responsible for damage?

When she complained to the homeowners association about her damaged vehicle, she was directed to a small sign posted by the gate that says they are not responsible for any damage. Could a simple sign make that true?

Three for Thursday 05.13.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 05.13.2021

"We need you to call us regarding an important matter about this loan." That's the...

Watch What Happens When a Boat Repair Shop Drags Their Feet On a Simple Repair
Finance & Tips

Effie Ross

Watch What Happens When a Boat Repair Shop Drags Their Feet On a Simple Repair

When dealing with a large company, it can be hard to break through the bureaucracy. Often, through no ill will, claims and requests can go unanswered. Luckily, TrustDALE has got you covered!

Three for Thursday 05.06.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 05.06.2021

I'm fuming a bit about what's happening to Juanita. She had a sewage back up...

Three for Thursday 04.29.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.29.2021

Let's talk about consent. I read this morning that Apple is about to make it...

Three for Thursday 04.22.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.22.2021

Let's say for some crazy reason you have to choose one eating utensil for the...

What to Ask About Free Credit Monitoring
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention

Effie Ross

What to Ask About Free Credit Monitoring

After a data breach, some companies offer credit monitoring, which is usually intended to maintain good will with the affected customers. But before you dive into free credit monitoring, you should stop and ask a few questions.

Three for Thursday 04.15..2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.15..2021

Is it possible TrustDALE came from an ostrich egg? That's what occurred to me this...

Three for Thursday 04.08.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.08.2021

I've been experiencing a season of stress (haven't we all) but it occurred to me...

What You Need to Know About Funeral Insurance
Finance & Tips

Effie Ross

What You Need to Know About Funeral Insurance

Recently, a consumer wrote to us to ask about funeral insurance. Naomi wanted to know whether funeral insurance, which she had seen for as low as $9 a month, was a good investment.

Three for Thursday 04.01.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.01.2021

How are we still married? You might ask yourself that from time to time, but...

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