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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.

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.

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.

Learn how a missed co-signed car lease payment can damage your credit, practical steps to resolve late notices, and tips to protect your score. Watch the full video for Dale Cardwell’s expert advice.

Simply Mac closed its doors without warning, leaving customers without their devices. Here’s how to get your Apple computer back and who can help when a store disappears.

A couple’s wedding ring goes missing after a routine resizing! Learn how they got results, and what to do if something like this happens to you.

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.

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.

A Bay Area woman’s simple joy of reading the Sunday paper turned into a month-long battle with The New York Times. That is, until she took matters into her own hands.

Can a store refuse to give you change in coins or reject your cash altogether? Here’s what you need to know about your rights and what businesses are legally allowed to do at checkout.