Spotlight August 2023
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This month we highlight videos about items you might not know expires, saving money on home and car insurance from Consumer Reports.
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Articles
CFPB Finds that Billions of Dollars Stored on Popular Payment Apps May Lack Federal Insurance
Do you keep money in a payment app? This article explains why you may want to reconsider.
Securing Your Financial Accounts
This article from SANS describes ways that thieves attack your accounts and tips to protect yourself.
Free Solar Panels? Don't Get Burned.
This article from the U.S. Department of Energy explains why free solar panel offers are usually too good to be true.
Is Age or Mileage More Important When Buying a Used Vehicle?
If you are in the market for a used vehicle, check out these tips from Consumer Reports.
BBB Scam Alert: Double Check That QR Code Before You Pay for Parking
Check out this report from the Better Business Bureau that describes QR scams related to parking and how to avoid them.
What my $30 hamburger reveals about fees and how companies use them to jack up prices
This article from NPR describes how consumers don't look at fees when looking at what a product or service may cost.