Price-gouging in the wake of a natural disaster
Even as state officials in the Carolinas and the Better Business Bureau issue alerts about Hurricane Florence price-gouging, consumers need to understand what defines ‘price-gouging.’
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Free credit freezes, fraud alerts starting Sept. 21
A new federal law means new FREE protections from identity theft.
Auto Re-Fi
Yes, you can refinance your car loan like you’d refinance your mortgage — under certain conditions.
What some dealers don’t want you to know about your auto warranty
Auto dealers cannot void your warranty due to routine maintenance. That’s against the law.
Smart move: how to avoid hiring a moving scam
Tennessee regulators and your #WiseChoice for a moving company want to make sure you don’t get ripped off like Kimberly Miles did (photo courtesy of Jean-Etienne Minh-Duy Poirrier).
BBB, regulators team up to fight fake veterans charities
The Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance joined federal and state regulators to expose six bogus veterans charities and to help you make a #WiseChoice in charity donations.
Work-at-home opportunities: separating a scam from a sure thing
Most are fake. Some are real. I’ll help you tell the difference.
Why co-signing loans is bad personal finance
You think you’re doing them a favor. You’re really locking yourself into trouble.
She’s got the keys, but Get Wise before you insure her
You better have this conversation with your agent before you insure your teen driver.
May is National Electrical Safety Month
Your #WiseChoice for electricians joins forces with industry and government sources to remind you: be careful out there!