Solar energy continues to grow in popularity across Massachusetts as more homeowners look for ways to reduce energy costs and lower their environmental impact. While many installations go smoothly, consumer programs still receive complaints tied to misunderstandings about solar systems, sales practices, and expected benefits. Understanding these common issues can help residents make more informed decisions before signing a contract. One frequent complaint involves roof leaks

Scam calls and texts are surging during Medicare and Marketplace open enrollment season, as fraudsters try to steal personal and financial information from consumers comparing health plans. From fake Medicare or Marketplace representatives to phishing emails and “too-good-to-be-true” plan offers, scammers use urgency, impersonation, and misleading messages to pressure people into sharing sensitive details. Experts urge consumers to stay alert by refusing to share information

As the federal government shutdown enters its second week, the nation’s air travel system is beginning to feel the strain. Air traffic control staffing is stretched thin, leading to widespread delays and, in rare cases, temporarily unstaffed towers. TSA officers and other essential airport personnel are working without pay, which is putting added stress on security operations and morale. Some regions have reported staffing cuts of up to 50%, and flight delays are becoming mor

Many people are keeping secrets when it comes to their spending habits. A new survey from TopCashBack found that nearly three in four...

Match Group, the parent company of popular online dating platforms such as Match.com , OkCupid, PlentyOfFish, and The League, has agreed...

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a strong reminder to major technology companies that they must continue protecting the...

A federal appeals court has struck down the FTC’s “click to cancel” rule, a regulation that aimed to make canceling subscriptions as easy...

Every year, scams rob Americans of billions of dollars, $10 billion in 2023 alone , according to the FBI, and a staggering $17 billion...

After a five-year pause, the U.S. Department of Education will resume collections on defaulted federal student loans starting May 5. This...

Target and Walmart are facing the impact of consumer boycotts tied to rollbacks in their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs,...

In a notable shift, the prices of 1- to 5-year-old used vehicles have recorded their first year-over-year increase since October 2022,...

The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index saw a sharp decline in March, dropping 7.2 points to 92.9, signaling growing unease...