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Counseling For Debt
A lot of people have debt, whether it be from school bills, mortgages, auto loans, or even overspending on credit cards. It can become an...
Aug 10, 20221 min read
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MCC Law Center benefits from consumer advocacy grant
LOWELL — Attorney General Maura Healey has awarded $1.28 million to 18 local consumer advocacy programs statewide, including the...
Aug 3, 20222 min read
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New Business Venture or Pyramid Scheme?
Multilevel marketing (MLMs) could earn you some money but they always carry a risk. You may have even heard the term "pyramid scheme...
Jul 27, 20221 min read
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Don't Get Reeled Into 'Yo-Yo' Scams
Buying a car is not a small financial decision. It can involve a lot of research to find the specific car you want, with all the features...
Jul 6, 20222 min read
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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...
Jun 29, 20221 min read
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Centralizing Your Debt
According to a new study conducted by LendingTree, consolidating credit card debt can help increase your credit score. The study found...
Jun 22, 20222 min read
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FAFSA Fees? Not Likely
As students are preparing to head off to college in the fall, many will turn to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and...
Jun 15, 20221 min read
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Safeguard Your Card
Many consumers have used or dealt with a credit card at some point in their lives. Along with this, everyone is bound to experience...
Jun 9, 20223 min read
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Basic Rules For Crypto Protection
Cryptocurrency or crypto is a virtual, decentralized, and encrypted currency. Some people use crypto to make purchases online and in...
Jun 2, 20222 min read
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Debt Collection Rulebook
There are four different kinds of debt collectors in Massachusetts. Debt Collector - A debt collector is any person whose business is to...
May 22, 20223 min read
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MA CONSUMER DEMAND LETTER
What's a 30 Day Demand Letter If you are a consumer that feels that you have been scammed by a merchant who had sold you goods and...
May 15, 20221 min read
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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...
May 9, 20222 min read
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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...
May 1, 20223 min read
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"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...
Apr 27, 20221 min read
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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...
Apr 20, 20222 min read
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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...
Apr 13, 20221 min read
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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...
Apr 3, 20221 min read
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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...
Mar 30, 20222 min read
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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....
Mar 20, 20222 min read
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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...
Mar 13, 20224 min read
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