Jessica Long
Watt’s the Truth? What You Need to Know About This “Power Saver” Device
A $40 gadget claims to cut your electric bill by 90%. Sound too good to be true? Here’s what you need to know before plugging in.
May 15
4 min read
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Jessica Long
Moving Scam Alert: When Your Belongings Become Bargaining Chips
When the Sweetings moved across the country, their belongings were held hostage by movers demanding more money. Learn the red flags and how to avoid this all-too-common scam.
May 15
5 min read
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Jessica Long
One Woman's Quick Thinking Thwarts Sophisticated Banking Scam
After receiving a fake fraud alert, a woman narrowly avoided losing thousands to a Zelle scam. Discover how scammers spoof banks and use email access to steal—and how you can protect yourself from financial fraud.
May 14
5 min read
Jessica Long
Rubber Ruse: When Your Trusted Shop Betrays Your Trust
After paying $850 for new tires, one woman discovered her old ones were never replaced. Learn how to protect yourself from service scams hiding in plain sight.
May 14
4 min read
Jessica Long
Before You Open the Door: Is EZ Knock Legit or a Legal Trap?
EZ Knock connects lawyers with process servers, but is it a scam? Here’s what consumers should know before using the platform, plus tips to avoid getting burned.
May 14
4 min read
Jessica Long
Fix It or Fake It: When Cutting Corners Leaves Buyers in the Lurch
A Georgia homeowner fights to get her creaky floor fixed after her builder breaks promises. Here’s how the TrustDALE team helped her hold them accountable and what buyers should know.
May 13
4 min read
Jessica Long
False Discounts and Final Sales: The Deceptive Dance of Liquidation Pricing
Store closing sales may not be the bargains they appear. Learn how liquidators inflate prices and what Georgia consumers can do if they suspect deceptive pricing.
May 12
4 min read
Jessica Long
Plastic Protection: What Your Bank Won’t Tell You About Fraud
Think your debit card is just as safe as your credit card? Think again. Here's what every consumer needs to know about card fraud, liability limits, and how to protect your money.
May 12
4 min read
Jessica Long
Too Cute to Be True: Outsmarting Pet Scammers Before You Pay
Before you send money to a puppy breeder online, learn how to spot red flags, protect your wallet, and maybe even find your next furry friend without the scam risk.
May 12
4 min read
Jessica Long
Tropical Trap: The Dark Side of Duty-Free Glamour
A free facial and a glass of champagne turned into a $4,000 regret for one vacationing couple. Here's how to avoid getting duped by high-pressure sales tactics in tourist hotspots.
May 9
5 min read
Jessica Long
Mortgage Muddle: How to Tell If That Debt Collector Is Real
If a debt collector contacts you after your mortgage is sold, don't panic. But don’t pay blindly either. Here's how to verify who really owns your debt and protect yourself from scams.
May 9
4 min read
Jessica Long
The $2,000 Vacuum Pitch: What You’re Really Paying For
A door-to-door salesman offers a $2,000 Kirby vacuum. Here's what you're really paying for and how to protect your wallet from overpriced pitches.
May 9
4 min read
Jessica Long
Closet Con: The Red Flags That Make Annie Cloth a Risky Buy
Annie Cloth looks trendy, but behind the scenes it raises major red flags. Here's what consumers need to know before clicking “add to cart.”
May 7
6 min read
Jessica Long
The Deposit Trap: Why “LeaseLock” Could Cost You More Than You Think
Before agreeing to pay your security deposit in monthly installments, find out whether it’s refundable or if you’re throwing money away.
May 7
4 min read