Beware of Free Trial Offers

Some consumers get charged for products or services and don’t even know it. This happens especially with “free trial offers” for buying club memberships, travel clubs or “credit card protection plans.” Then charges automatically go on a...

Shopping for Credit

To many people, the holidays are a time for giving. That often means buying; and when money is short, people consider obtaining credit. They think it will be easier on their wallets if they can stretch out payments over a longer period of time. This can be done by...

Shopping for an Assistive Technology Device

Persons with disabilities may face challenges with everyday tasks like getting around, speaking or reading. “Assistive devices” offer help with such important activities. Examples are a wheelchair, a braille printer or tools used to reach for objects or...

Review Your Medicare Part D Prescription

Many people who are enrolled in Medicare have the costs of their prescription drugs partially covered by a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan or by a Medicare Advantage plan that covers drugs.  Every year, you have a chance to make changes for the following...

Telephone Slamming

Telephone slamming occurs when a telephone company changes your telephone service without your consent. Slamming is illegal, and you can protect yourself from being slammed by following a few tips. Know the names of your local and long distance telephone companies....