Consumer Handbook
Every week, join Raechel Cantoni as she helps you navigate life as a smart consumer. You'll cover everything in avoiding the latest scams, including phishing emails, medical equipment fraud, understanding layaway, hiring a reputable tax preparer, and even digital spring cleaning.
Add to your toolbox and flip through your Consumer Handbook Thursdays during NPR’s Morning Edition at 6:42 a.m. and 8:42 a.m., only on KRCU.
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Just because you get an invoice or renewal notice in your inbox doesn’t mean it’s legit. Invoice scams can come in many forms, but they usually involve getting an invoice or receipt for something you didn’t purchase. -
Just because you get an invoice or renewal notice in your inbox doesn’t mean it’s legit. Invoice scams can come in many forms, but they usually involve getting an invoice or receipt for something you didn’t purchase.
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Just because you get an invoice or renewal notice in your inbox doesn’t mean it’s legit. Invoice scams can come in many forms, but they usually involve getting an invoice or receipt for something you didn’t purchase.
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It's finally starting to feel like fall, and as temperatures drop, it's important to make sure your furnace is in working order, so you don’t have any chilly surprises. -
Scams and fraud often begin online – and if you don't take any cybersecurity precautions, scammers have a better chance of accessing your personal or financial information. -
It can take some planning to winter-proof your life and decide who you might need to hire for help. However, a few preventative measures during the fall months can help you avoid waking up to a broken furnace, frozen pipes or a deflated tire. -
While used car pricing is stabilizing after a turbulent few years, prices are still higher than consumers may be accustomed to. The search for a deal can lead shoppers to unscrupulous sellers – and they may feel pressured to decide quickly, as affordable used cars aren’t staying on the lot for long. -
Over half of all Americans encounter a scam every day. Better Business Bureau (BBB) data shows Scam Tracker reports increasing each year. Over $68 billion was lost to financial fraud last year, and over 98% of Americans said scams pose a threat to national security. -
Each September, National Preparedness Month reminds us to stay prepared for emergencies. No one can control the weather, but you can control the steps you take to prepare – like weatherproofing your home, making proactive repairs, checking your insurance coverage and making an emergency response plan. -
Better Business Bureau advises homeowners to be cautious if they get an unexpected notice or phone call about a home warranty.
