When doing our shopping, most of us trust that we’re paying the accurate price for our items at checkout. What many of us don’t know is that Massachusetts actually has an item pricing law, which requires stores to individually price mark most items with   …Continue Reading (Over)paying the price?

Recently, our Office received a complaint from a small business about a text message scam in which scammers were using their business’ name. The business began receiving emails and calls from consumers asking about opportunities to be paid in return for advertising on behalf of   …Continue Reading Car wrap scam

Leasing a pet like you would a car or your furniture may seem like an unusual concept, but pet leasing options are being offered across the country, including New England. Here’s how it works: A customer goes to a pet store to buy a new   …Continue Reading Financing Fido

Uber Technologies Inc. recently announced that hackers had accessed the names, email addresses and phone numbers of 57 million of its customers and drivers. To make matters worse, Uber also admitted to covering up the hack and paying the hackers $100,000. Uber has stated that   …Continue Reading Uber Users Beware: Massive Data Breach

With the winter season upon us, many consumers are planning trips to visit loved ones for the holidays or to spend a week or so in a warmer climate. Many consumers consider travel insurance to protect them and their finances should something go wrong. Before   …Continue Reading Travel Insurance Tips from the NAIC

Holiday-induced debt can be a problem for many Americans looking for the newest cell phone, electronic device, or the hottest new kid’s toy. Many companies plan major product releases during this shopping season and are unyielding with their advertising. According to new data from NerdWallet’s   …Continue Reading HO, HO, HO: Holiday Overspending