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Credit Karma settled with the FTC over deceptive pre-approval claims. Here's what Georgia residents need to know in 2025 about the fallout, your rights, and how to avoid misleading credit offers.

Considering a 15-year mortgage? Learn how to take advantage of lower rates while protecting your financial flexibility, and discover why a 30-year loan with smart payments might be your best bet.

A Georgia resident shares how a fake tech support pop-up led to a $200 scam and recurring charges. Learn how to spot and avoid these common tech support scams.

Misled by a fake return policy after shopping online? Learn how to fight back using chargebacks, consumer rights tips, and smart shopping strategies that protect your wallet.

A consumer lost $41,000 in a wire transfer scam while trying to buy a car. Here’s how it happened, why it’s common, and what you can do to protect yourself from similar fraud.

Thinking of canceling a purchase made at a fair or pop-up market? Here's what the FTC's Cooling Off Rule actually covers, and what to do if you're stuck with something you don’t want.

Worried about buying rehab or medical equipment online? Learn how to verify if a medical supply website is legit with a real-life case study and expert-level shopping tips.

SmileDirectClub shut down in 2023, but many customers are still seeking refunds or treatment. Here's what you can still do, even now, to protect your health and finances.

What happens when your laptop breaks and the warranty doesn't apply because you bought it abroad? Here's what consumers need to know, including credit card protections that could save the day.

A Georgia consumer placed two Facebook orders, both marked “delivered” but never arrived. Here's what this case reveals about social media shopping scams and how to protect your money.