How To Avoid a Home Improvement Scam
What to consider when shopping for a competent and reliable contractor for your project.
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FTC says Kohl’s and Walmart bamboozled customers
Looking to buy products that are safer for people or the environment? Take a closer look at green claims that companies make in their ads. The FTC says Kohl’s and Walmart falsely claimed they were
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Dealing with tornado damage? Avoid post-disaster scams
The recent tornado outbreak in the south is already taking a heavy toll — but scammers see it as a chance to take even more. Tornadoes can come out of the blue, followed by scammers ready to “help”
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HomeAdvisor’s home improvement leads needed work
If you’re in the home improvement business — whether it’s kitchen remodeling, landscaping, or something else — getting quality leads on people looking to hire a business like yours might be worth
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How to save money heating your home this winter
The days are getting cooler — in fact, some parts of the U.S. have already seen snow. Experts report it’s going to be an expensive winter to heat your home, but there are things you can do now to cut
