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Fix It or Fake It: When Cutting Corners Leaves Buyers in the Lurch
Scam Prevention Home Services
Jessica Long

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.

Fighting the Fine Print: One Woman’s Win Against a Warranty Giant
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Fighting the Fine Print: One Woman’s Win Against a Warranty Giant

Extended warranties can feel like security, but what happens when the fine print changes mid-claim? One shopper’s frustrating fight reveals how to avoid getting burned.

False Discounts and Final Sales: The Deceptive Dance of Liquidation Pricing
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Too Cute to Be True: Outsmarting Pet Scammers Before You Pay
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Debt After Death: The Truth About What Survivors Must Pay
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Debt After Death: The Truth About What Survivors Must Pay

When a loved one passes, debt collectors may come knocking. But are you really responsible? Learn what the law says and how to protect yourself.

House of Regret: The Price Buyers Pay for Missed Repairs
Finance & Tips Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

House of Regret: The Price Buyers Pay for Missed Repairs

Bought a house only to find hidden defects after move-in? In Georgia, the responsibility may fall on you, and not the seller. Here's what to know and how to protect yourself.

Plastic Protection: What Your Bank Won’t Tell You About Fraud
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

The $2,000 Vacuum Pitch: What You’re Really Paying For
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Shipping Refund Showdown: Know Your Rights Before You Return
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Shipping Refund Showdown: Know Your Rights Before You Return

If a product arrives damaged, do you have to eat the shipping cost? Here's what to know about your rights when returning faulty items bought online.

Mortgage Muddle: How to Tell If That Debt Collector Is Real
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Tropical Trap: The Dark Side of Duty-Free Glamour
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

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.

Vanishing Valuables: What to Do When a Pawn Shop Won’t Return Your Property
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Vanishing Valuables: What to Do When a Pawn Shop Won’t Return Your Property

If a pawn shop refuses to return your property after you’ve paid, don’t panic. Here’s what you need to know about your rights and the steps you can take to get your items back legally.

Menu Math: How Restaurants Are Quietly Passing Costs to Diners
Finance & Tips
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Menu Math: How Restaurants Are Quietly Passing Costs to Diners

Restaurants are quietly adding “inflation fees” to bills. Learn when they’re legal, how to spot them, and what to do if you’re caught off guard at checkout.

Highway Hustle: How to Ship Your Car Without Losing Your Mind (or Wallet)
Finance & Tips Automotive
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Highway Hustle: How to Ship Your Car Without Losing Your Mind (or Wallet)

Need to ship a car across the country? Discover how to do it safely and affordably, and why timing and due diligence matter more than you think.