We expect trouble-free operation from our vehicles, so does it make sense to buy an extended warranty for a new or used car? The average new car costs over $25,000. With that cost, owners expect trouble-free operation and longer…
You’re at the cash register, ready to pay for a new (television set, cellphone, refrigerator — name the item). Inevitably the salesperson asks whether you’d like the extended-service plan. Do you or don’t you? If you are a risk-taker or…
Buying extended coverage for your tablet, smartphone or computer can be wise, especially for the accident-prone. With the array of personal electronics that most people have, it might be time to rethink skipping the extended warranty. Face it, many buyers…
(Tallahassee, FL) – November 19, 2011—The continuous redesign of electronics and appliances for enhanced portability, functionality and energy efficiency has made many of today's consumer goods increasingly intricate, fragile and costly to repair or replace. At the same time, products…
(Tallahassee, FL) – May 4, 2011—More people are expected to give electronic gifts to moms this year on Mother’s Day and are likely to include an extended warranty (service contract) with the purchase, according to the Service Contract Industry Council…
March 30, 2011 -- (Tallahassee, FL) – Extreme temperatures across the nation contributed to a record-breaking year for home warranty claims, and now with a glut of homes for sale across the country, home warranties to cover major systems (HVAC,…
250 Million Sold Annually; 11 Million Alone for Laptops and PCs Tallahassee, FL – November 19, 2010 – Millions of consumers continue to purchase and fuel demand for extended warranty protection on their electronics, homes and motor vehicles. In a…
Ten years ago, when Ryall Smith purchased his century-old town house on Capitol Hill, he decided he needed a little help when it came to the aging appliances within. He purchased a home-service contract, more commonly known as a home…
Considering the degree of technology in today’s automobiles, extended service contracts seem a no-brainer. Repairing those items, especially those little black computer boxes, can be very expensive. And that is precisely why we need to get to the plain truth…
Whether you buy a new car or used car from a dealer, you'll surely be offered numerous extras, including a car extended warranty, before you sign the final contract. A car extended warranty might be a benefit if you plan to keep your car…