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May 9, 20222 min read
Harvesting The Sun: Not Just For Superheroes
Solar panels seem to be all the rage these days. With solar installations totaling greater than 1,020 megawatts (MW), Massachusetts is...
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May 1, 20223 min read
The End is Nigh For The Taboo of Death
Funeral Planning The topic of death and funerals is at once a morbid curiosity and taboo to many. In some groups, the topic may be...
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Apr 27, 20221 min read
"Going Once...Going Twice...SOLD!"
According to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), auction scams are on the rise again. Counterfeit auction sites are popping up and fooling...
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Apr 20, 20222 min read
Dept of Ed Tackles Loan Forgiveness
The Biden Administration has extended the student loan pause until August 31st. Shortly after making this announcement, the Department of...
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Apr 13, 20221 min read
MA Housing Programs (UPDATES)
There are several federal programs that will stop phasing out after April 15, 2022. The Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), The...
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Apr 3, 20221 min read
Social Media Ads? Watch Out!
Scams originating from social media have dramatically risen in the last few years. In 2021, more than 95,000 people reported losses of...
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Mar 30, 20222 min read
The Endless Stream of Junk Mail
These days is no surprise the amount of junk mail you can expect in your mailbox. One thing consumers don't realize is that many...
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Mar 20, 20222 min read
Steps After Car Repossession
When it comes to a vehicle being repossessed, there are many factors that can complicate the situation including state and federal laws....
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Mar 13, 20224 min read
Are You Renting in Massachusetts?
Thinking about moving into a new apartment? The following information may help you be a more informed tenant Finding an Apartment • Check...
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Mar 8, 20224 min read
Managing Your Online Identity
One of the top tips from security experts is to use a password manager. These can help create, store, and manage unique and strong...
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Feb 20, 20222 min read
Banks vs. Fintechs: What You Need To Know
Technology is changing the way people and businesses interact with the traditional banking system. Financial technology companies...
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Feb 13, 20222 min read
Pulling On Your Heart Strings Or Purse Strings?
Online dating can be a great way to expand your horizons and social circles, find your life-long love, or just a fling. These services...
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Feb 6, 20222 min read
Apartment Fees: Are You Paying Too Much?
According to Massachusetts State Law, landlords and property owners are only allowed to charge the following fees: First month’s rent...
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Jan 30, 20222 min read
Don't Get "Poked In The Eye" By Hubble
Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reached a $3.5 million dollar settlement with Vision Path, which sells Hubble contacts...
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Jan 23, 20222 min read
Mediation Minute: Peer Mediation
Peer mediation is a program that is available to students and staff to help resolve disagreements and conflicts. It is a form of conflict...
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Jan 18, 20222 min read
Consumer Corner
What is “Chapter 93A,” and How Does it Apply? Chapter 93A of the Massachusetts General Laws covers the state’s consumer protection...
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Jan 12, 20222 min read
Payday Loans: Don't Fall For The Trap!
Right now, so many are struggling to make ends meet with bills are piling up, struggling to pay for rent, utilities, food, and other...
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Jan 5, 20222 min read
Checklist For Hiring A Contractor
It’s fairly common for contractors to conduct construction work for consumers without executing a contract. The parties may decide to...
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Dec 29, 20211 min read
2022: Year of Identity Fraud
Every year, scammers evolve and 2022 won’t be any different. The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) predicts that identity theft will...
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