Consumer Watchdog, Associate
10/14/2021
With the overwhelming number of reviews found both on website listings and social media, we pulled together the best tips to spot fake reviews when shopping online.
10/8/2021
Before listening to In Case You Get Hit By a Bus, I didn’t know about insurance that covers the costs of long-term care, such as home health care or nursing home care, for people who need assistance with daily living activities.
10/4/2021
Getting my finances in order has been a work in progress over several years, starting with tackling credit card debt, paying off my car loan and then building an emergency fund.
After clearing those hurdles, I set more defined financial goals and plans in motion this year, including automatic deposits into new investment accounts.
10/1/2021
This means everything from bills to birthday cards will arrive later in our mailboxes. And credit card and loan payments, RSVPs and government forms we send will take longer too.
9/22/2021
Scam robocalls have declined by 29 percent since June. But most of us still get too many. And the industry overall isn't doing enough.
9/22/2021
The good news: Illegal robocalls seem to be declining a bit. The bad news: They'll probably never go away completely. Consumers need to remain vigilant to protect their personal information and their money.
9/15/2021
Shareholders press these leading Right to Repair opponents to explain themselves as regulatory pressure mounts
9/15/2021
Celebrating my favorite government mascot’s 50th birthday by sharing the zero-waste tips I have made a part of my life.
9/2/2021
Here are some tips to avoid scams and stay safe in the days and weeks ahead.