TrustDALE Blog

Today's connected homes offer incredible convenience. But they also create new opportunities for confusing contracts, unnecessary upgrades, hidden fees, and tech that's oversold or poorly installed.

Shopping for health insurance? Learn to spot legitimate security checks, compare plan costs, protect your information, and avoid suspicious offers.

From unfinished projects and disappearing deposits to sloppy workmanship and broken promises, contractor scams can drain homeowners’ bank accounts and leave renovation dreams in ruins.

It's one of the oldest scams to follow severe weather: storm-chasing roofers, who swoop in after a storm promising fast repairs, "free" roofs, and deals that sound too good to pass up.

Data Centers use up enormous amounts of resources, but how do they impact the neighborhoods nearby?

The FTC is warning consumers to be wary about letters telling them of an inheritance. It's a scam that counts on grief to cloud your judgment.

Puppy leasing turned a $2,499 shih tzu into a $6,200 contract, with hidden terms, repossession risk, and one more payment to own Gizmo.

In the wake of widespread unemployment, scammers are exploiting the people who suddenly and unexpectedly find themselves searching for a job.

Jessica Long

Fake CAPTCHA scams can trick you into running malware on your own device. Learn the warning signs and what to do if you already clicked.

Jessica Long

Fake jury duty scam calls now include fake arrest warrants by text or email. Learn the warning signs before you pay, panic, or share personal details.

Jessica Long

A cheap moving quote can hide broker fees, surprise charges, or worse. Learn how to vet movers before trusting them with everything you own.

Jessica Long

Scammers are posing as FTC agents with fake badges and refund offers. Learn how to spot the follow up scam and what to do next.

Jessica Long

Medicare Fraud Prevention Week is a smart time to review your statements, guard your Medicare number, and know how to report suspicious activity.