The Xfinity imposter scam is back – with a twist

The original scammer has revived the scheme to victimize Xfinity customers By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs…

Another survey shows Americans are tightening their belts

Economic uncertainty makes loyalty programs more important for consumers By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 4,…

Home listings hit record $698 billion in April

Listings are up ahead of an expected dip in home prices By Dieter Holger of ConsumerAffairs…

Education Department backs off plan to seize Social Security on defaulted loans

Consumer advocates had warned the plan would push many Americans into poverty By James R. Hood…

Aging in place is popular, but what's the best place to do it?

Surprisingly, retiree-rich Florida ranks poorly, Utah best By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs June 3, 2025 75%…

FTC Sends Warning Letters to Prescribers Regarding Possible Violations of the Contact Lens Rule

Staff of the Federal Trade Commission sent 37 letters to contact lens prescribers warning them of…

Complaints by servicemembers and veterans against financial firms soar 165%

Consumer watchdog CFPB cuts would undermine response to complaints By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs June…

Rising pet care costs find many owners unprepared

More pet owners turning to insurance and credit to cover expenses By James R. Hood of…

Apartment rental activity is rising as the summer begins

One industry report cites a spike in listing views, rental applications, and communications with property managers…

Fewer Americans are being diagnosed with dementia

But a study shows more people are living with it By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June…

This hurricane season, prepare to avoid the scams

Weather forecasters are predicting an above-average hurricane season this year. When it comes to planning for…

Recalled tomatoes could be deadly, FDA warns

The salmonella-tainted tomatoes were sold in three states By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 3, 2025…

Vegan diet can prevent hot flashes, researchers say

Besides relief from hot flashes, some in the study group lost weight as well By Truman…

Several liberal-leaning U.S. cities are losing population

The biggest share of population-losing cities are in California By Dieter Holger of ConsumerAffairs June 2,…

Moderna wins FDA approval for its new COVID-19 vaccine

The vaccine is designed for use by vulnerable groups By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 2,…

Tainted cucumbers have triggered a salmonella outbreak in 18 states

At least 45 people have reported illnesses By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 2, 2025 At…

When selecting a new car, the color will affect it’s trade-in value

A study shows that when it comes to a vehicles color, the bolder the better By…

Super-sized electric vehicles increase hazards on the road, critics say

Overweight and overpowered, big EVs pose a threat to everyone, Center for Auto Safety charges By…

Study: Exercise can significantly reduce colon cancer recurrence

Results were comparable to those seen from a new drug By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs June…

Kitchen faucets recalled because of potential lead exposure

Lead can leach into the water, endangering infants and small children By News Desk of ConsumerAffairs…

Banking apps reach a plateau: Satisfaction up, innovation urged

Apps and websites are all starting to look alike By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May 30,…

Isabelle’s Kitchen recalls nearly 950 cases of deli salads over salmonella risk

Cucumbers used in the salads may have been contaminated By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May 30,…