Choosing a College: Questions To Ask
Getting a college degree can give you more job options, and might help you make more money. But not every college is the same.
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Sample Customer Complaint Letter
Here's a sample to help you write a complaint letter about a product or service.
Using a Shopping App
Millions of people have downloaded shopping apps to their smartphones. Apps can save you time in checking out, earn rewards, and find coupons and deals.
Online Shopping
Before you buy online, comparison shop and check sellers and products. Keep records of purchases to make sure you can hold a seller to its promises
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Solving Problems With a Business: Returns, Refunds, and Other Resolutions
Disappointed by a product or service? These strategies and this sample complaint letter can help you get your money back or reach another resolution.
Shopping for Light Bulbs
Need to replace a light bulb? People used to shop for light bulbs by the watt, but wattage only tells you how much energy a bulb uses — not how bright it is. That takes lumens. Here’s what to know as you shop around for a new light bulb.
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The FTC weighs in on repair restrictions
When you buy a new smartphone, computer, home appliance, or other product, you may not always think about whether it can be fixed if it breaks or has an issue.
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Auto Trade-Ins and Negative Equity: When You Owe More than Your Car is Worth
Some car dealers advertise that, when you trade in your car to buy another one, they’ll pay off the balance of your loan. No matter how much you owe. But what if you owe more than the car is worth? That’s called “negative equity,” and the dealer’s promises to pay off your loan may be misleading. Learn how negative equity works and how to deal with it.