How it Is: I Got Scammed by a Locksmith

Posted on October 08, 2014 by Maria Onrubia

Scammed by a locksmith
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I delete emails from down-and-out Nigerian royalty. Stranded hospital-bound strangers get nothing. And when Bernie Madoff made me an offer I couldn’t refuse, I said, “No way!” Or I would have, if he had…you get the drift. Consequently, it is with great humility (and some shame) that I admit this in a public forum: I got scammed by a locksmith—or more accurately, a con artist posing as a locksmith. Here’s how it happened.

One bright fall morning, I carefully locked all the doors to my house, walked my kids to the bus stop and handed my only house key to my son (who had forgotten his). Read more

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Savvy Consumer Tip: Dealing with Bill Collectors

Posted on October 02, 2014 by Chris Bjorklund

Do you know your rights when it comes to dealing with a collection agency? Watch this video for some helpful info. Read more

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Savvy Consumer Tip: Marketing Gripes

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Chris Bjorklund

Consumer Reports has come up with a list of the marketing tactics that bother consumers the most. Did your top gripe make the list? Read more

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Savvy Consumer Tip: Understanding the “Charge Back” Feature

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Chris Bjorklund

When credit card purchases go wrong, the “charge back” feature can be a helpful ally. Watch this video for more information. Read more

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Savvy Consumer Tip: Safer Strollers in 2015

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Chris Bjorklund

Parents, take notice: Safer strollers are coming in 2015. Watch this video to get up-to-date on the latest information. Read more

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Savvy Consumer Tip: Small Claims Court

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Chris Bjorklund

If you need to go to small claims court, watch this video for some helpful tips and information. Read more

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Savvy Consumer Tip: Protecting Your Child from Identity Theft

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Chris Bjorklund

Take precautionary measures to protect your child from identity theft. Read more

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