Monthly Archives: April 2020
Common Car Repair Scams
Some of the most commonly filed consumer complaints involve allegations of auto repair fraud. Unfortunately, pursuing these types of claims is often extremely difficult for consumers, as most of us are not experts in car repair and may not initially realize that we have been taken advantage of, so if you recently fell victim… Read More »
Who is Protected by the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act?
In Pennsylvania, consumers are protected from being made the victim of a home contractor’s deceptive or fraudulent practices by the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA). This law imposes a series of requirements on contractors, including what contractors must include in an agreement with homeowners. Unfortunately, many contractors fail to abide by these rules,… Read More »
Used Car Buying Tips
Buying a used car can be a difficult endeavor, as many dealerships attempt to take advantage of consumers by misrepresenting a vehicle’s features, charging hidden fees, and failing to honor earlier promises. While there are a few steps that potential car buyers can take to lower their chances of being defrauded by a used… Read More »
Stopping Mortgage Foreclosure and Keeping Your Home
There are a number of ways that homeowners can not only stop the mortgage foreclosure process, but that also allow them to keep their home. Unfortunately, many borrowers are not aware of these options and so lose their homes or find themselves struggling with a mountain of debt. To ensure that this doesn’t happen… Read More »