Presidents Day Tips
Buying a car this Presidents Day? Consider these tips before heading to your local dealership. https://youtu.be/AmnJTMmeeiw
News Release: February is Prime Time for Car Shopping
Consumers Urged to Shop Smart and Protect Their Investment TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Besides hearts and flowers, February is the month for car deals – and dealerships everywhere are attracting consumers with lower sticker prices, cash-back offers, and special financing. But…
News Release: Appliance and Electronic Fails at the Worst Possible Moments Drive Service Contract Purchases
Appliance and Electronic Fails at the Worst Possible Moments Drive Service Contract Purchases TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — You’re about to put the holiday turkey into roast … but the “pre-heated” oven is cold as ice. You gather your buddies to watch…
Prevent Not-So-Merry Mishaps with a Service Contract
You’re about to put the holiday turkey in to roast … but the “pre-heated” oven is cold as ice. You gather your buddies to watch the Big Game … and the TV is on the fritz. That end-of-year report you…
Top Not-So-Merry Mishaps
Don't fall victim to these not-so-merry mishaps! Protect your holiday with a service contract.
New Law Affects Consumers Purchasing Service Contracts in New Mexico
State residents who are considering service contracts for their car, home, or consumer goods can now enjoy additional consumer protections thanks to Senate Bill 350, which went into effect June 14, 2019. This law, signed by the governor in April,…
The Sobering Cost of Buying While Drinking
Few things mix worse than booze and buying. While an alcohol-induced Snapchat story may not raise any eyebrows on a Saturday morning, an outlandish credit card charge for the high-cost item you can’t remember purchasing might do the trick. For…
3 Reasons to Consider an Extended Warranty on Your Tax Refund Purchases
Whether you already filed your taxes or are racing to beat the deadline, you may be heartened to know that as of last month, the average tax refund for Americans has climbed to $3,068. It’s no wonder this time of…
Top 3 Reasons to say “yes” to Extended Warranties this Black Friday
It’s become a holiday tradition for American consumers, a day of major spending on mega electronics and consumer goods deals: Black Friday. This national shopping event attracts more people than Disneyland does in a year, according to U.S. News &…
Video: National Consumer Protection Week
SCIC Executive Director Tim Meenan wraps up #NationalConsumerProtectionWeek with interesting data and advice for consumers!