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Moving Scam Alert: When Your Belongings Become Bargaining Chips
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Heartstrings and Hustles: Outsmarting Online Charity Scams
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Heartstrings and Hustles: Outsmarting Online Charity Scams

Avoid falling for fake online charity scams. Learn how to verify causes before donating, what red flags to watch for, and how to protect your money with expert-backed tips.

From Breakdown to Breakthrough: A Family’s Fight for Fair Treatment
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

From Breakdown to Breakthrough: A Family’s Fight for Fair Treatment

A family’s car was wrecked by a repair shop’s mistake, then ignored. Learn how proper documentation and persistence led to justice and what every driver should know before handing over their keys.

Moisture Misery: The Price Paid for the Wrong Solution
Repair & Maintenance Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Moisture Misery: The Price Paid for the Wrong Solution

A homeowner spent over $16,000 on basement waterproofing only to end up with mold, dead plants, and unresolved moisture. Here's what went wrong and how to protect yourself.

Watt’s the Truth? What You Need to Know About This “Power Saver” Device
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Rubber Ruse: When Your Trusted Shop Betrays Your Trust
Automotive Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Fragile Promises: How One Package Turned Into a Fight for Reimbursement
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Fragile Promises: How One Package Turned Into a Fight for Reimbursement

A consumer shipped a valuable package through UPS, only to have it arrive broken, and their claim denied. Here's what went wrong, and what you need to know before trusting shipping insurance.

Before You Open the Door: Is EZ Knock Legit or a Legal Trap?
Safety & Security Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Account Under Attack: What Happens When Your Bank Won’t Help
Finance & Tips Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Account Under Attack: What Happens When Your Bank Won’t Help

When $3,200 vanished from her account, Jacqueline’s bank blamed her instead of investigating. Here’s how she fought back, and what you need to know if your money suddenly disappears.

One Woman's Quick Thinking Thwarts Sophisticated Banking Scam
Safety & Security Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Windows
Home Services

Laura Lovejoy

Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Windows

Discover key warning signs that your windows need replacing—from drafts and condensation to rising energy bills—and learn the benefits of energy-efficient new windows. Visit TrustDALE.com to find certified installers.

Cross-Country Car Trouble: When the Mechanic Makes It Worse
Finance & Tips Automotive
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Cross-Country Car Trouble: When the Mechanic Makes It Worse

A road trip turns into an engine failure disaster just days after a routine maintenance visit. Here’s what happened, and how the driver got justice without paying a dime.

The Used Car Playbook: Buy Smart, Drive Happy
Automotive
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Used Car Playbook: Buy Smart, Drive Happy

Looking to buy a used car? This guide reveals smart tactics for saving money, avoiding scams, and staying in control at the dealership, all from a seasoned consumer advocate.

Built to Break? One Family’s Fight Against a Faulty Dream Home
Finance & Tips Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Built to Break? One Family’s Fight Against a Faulty Dream Home

A family’s dream home turned into a construction disaster, with flooding, cracked walls, and no support under key structural elements. Their fight for repairs reveals a larger issue plaguing new builds.