Tag: shopping

Offers ways to spot and avoid scams when shopping for a home security system.

Explains auto warranties and auto service contracts and their differences. Also describes extended warranty scams and your rights.

Have you ever bought something through an online marketplace where third parties sell their products? You’re not alone. Millions of people have. But have you ever wondered who the seller was? Or where they were located? Or how you’d contact them if you had a question about a product?

Online reviews might help you decide what to buy or what company to hire. You should be able to trust that these reviews reflect the honest opinions of people who actually used a product or service. Unfortunately, some reviews are fake, deceptive, or manipulated — and that hurts both people and honest companies.

The more energy efficient an appliance is, the less it costs to run, and the lower your utility bills might be.

Billed for products you never ordered, or for products you ordered but never got? Federal laws protect you. Here's what to do.