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In an   unfolding story  that highlights the complex interplay between technology, governance, and consumer rights, the Federal Trade...

The purpose of this post is to share the consumer protection laws that you and your spouse should be aware of, and how they protect you...

I was eight years old when it happened. I missed school because I was sick and spent the day at my grandparents' house. Mom came over...

Our most fundamental consumer rights are under attack by the new administration. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau work has been...

CFPB was ordered to stop doing their work on February 9th by Treasury Secretary  (and acting CFPB Director) Scott Bessent, followed by...

I served a full one-year term as a Visiting Scholar at the   Consumer Financial Protection Bureau  (CFPB) and know firsthand the bureau's...

Welcome to our 17-question true and false fraud prevention quiz. This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of common fraud tactics and...

Our eyes were glued to the television. My wife and I were watching the stock market in free fall. One in four homeowners owed more on...

Table of Contents What is the Bird Flu? Debunking Common Myths About the Bird Flu Impact on Egg Prices The Bird Flu and the Role of the...

My mother and I, just before she passed away I have vivid memories of my mother on the phone with health insurance providers, screaming...

Creating strong passwords is crucial for maintaining the security of your online accounts. This post gives you everything you need to...

Navigating the complex world of consumer finance can be daunting. Thankfully, a series of federal laws exist to protect your rights in...

Natural disasters can strike without warning, leaving devastation in their wake. Unfortunately, scientists believe we will continue to...

The pick-your-politics news media and social media often feel like a cesspool of biased information. The nonsense ranges from fake news...

Original Post: 4/10/23; Updated Post: 9/27/24 Table of Contents How health insurance works How health insurance deductibles work How...

There is no time that is more important to protect your identity online than right now. Hackers may have stolen the Social Security...

Original Post: 6/28/24; Updated Post: 8/29/24 This post is for folks seeking a plain language and quick explanation of homeowners...

Original Post: 3/18/24; Updated Post: 8/28/24 Fraudsters continually refine their tactics, making it imperative to stay ahead with...

Many couples find health insurance a complicated topic to discuss. Securing coverage can feel overwhelming, but understanding your...

Many experts suggest a comprehensive home security system such as ADT or Vivint. However, there are additional tools you can use to keep...