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You receive a notice in the mail saying that your personal information was exposed in a data breach. You are not alone. You may remember the Equifax breach in 2017 where hackers got into their computer systems and stole personal information belonging...

Whether it’s to improve your home’s curb appeal or because your need to replace your roof, spring is a popular time to start a home improvement project. I have some tips about what to consider before you hire someone to do the work for you.Before you...

New Bedford Coordinator for Community Education Mali Lim says the Local Consumer Program receives about 700 referrals from the Attorney General each year.

New Bedford Coordinator for Community Education Mali Lim says the Local Consumer Program receives about 700 referrals from the Attorney General each year.

The Presidents Day weekend is often the first big sales event of the year for car dealerships, and many consumers show up in search of deals. Here are some tips to consider before you start looking for a new or used vehicle.Before you start shopping,...

Presidents Day weekend is often the first big sales event of the year for car dealerships, and many consumers show up in search of deals. Here are some tips to consider before you start looking for a new or used vehicle.First, decide how much you can...

No matter how hard you work to select the perfect gift for holiday giving, sometimes there are problems with quality, an item not being what was advertised, or a defective product. Here are some steps you can take when purchases go awry.Whether...

Have you started your holiday shopping? Before you head to the store or log on for online browsing, I have some tips to help you get the most for your money this year. Start off by making a budget. How much can you spend this year? Then make a list of...

Have you started your holiday shopping? Before you head to the store or log on for online browsing, I have some tips to help you get the most for your money this year. Start off by making a budget. How much can you spend this year? Then make a list of...