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…
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…
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…
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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,…
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…
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…
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 &…
SCIC Executive Director Tim Meenan wraps up #NationalConsumerProtectionWeek with interesting data and advice for consumers!
These 3 Tips Will Save You Time and Money in 2018 When the calendar turns over to mark a new year and Presidents Day (Feb. 19 this year) comes up, auto dealers across the country offer special deals on…