Tag: shopping

Older adults may be hard hit by the coronavirus – and scammers prey on that.

When we’re deciding between buying two products, if one product says, “Made in the USA,” does that influence how we make our decision?

You’ve spotted a gotta-have-it item online. You’ve looked into the price, product details, and return information. Ready to click the BUY button?

Many of us don’t have experience planning a funeral. When it’s time to make arrangements, we might ask friends and neighbors for information about local providers.

March is right around the corner, and you know what that means….it’s almost time for National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW)! This year, NCPW is March 1-7, 2020.

Now that the holiday shopping season is in full swing, scammers are shopping too, looking for people to separate from their money.

Keep your holiday shopping merry and bright with an early gift from the Federal Trade Commission: tips to help you watch your wallet, shop wisely, and protect your personal inf

Influencers, celebrities and other people with strong online followings can be, well, influential.

As you browse online, you probably see offers to try out cool products or services for free. This can be tempting and, many times, it’s okay to check them out.