Herb Weisbaum

Identity thieves have found a new way to steal consumers’ financial information: By calling with an “update” on a loan they never applied for.The con starts wit

New car prices have never been higher. The estimated average selling price in September was $50,080, according to Kelley Blue Book.Many buyers are dealing with

Consumers’ Checkbook tapped into decades of consumer reporting and talking with thousands of scam victims to compile this guide.

Fraud losses reported to the Federal Trade Commission reached $15.9 billion in 2025, up 27%.

Fraud losses reported to the Federal Trade Commission reached $15.9 billion in 2025, up 27%.

Buying a used car presents numerous risks for consumers. The vehicle could have hidden flaws—such as accident or flood damage—or a tampered odometer.Digital das

Many hotels are now using in-room sensors to detect smoking or vaping in non-smoking rooms. When triggered, guests are charged cleaning fees of $250

Despite predictions that banks would eliminate overdraft fees, they remain a costly burden for many consumers

“Phishing” scams, where cybercriminals impersonate a trusted entity—such as a bank, government agency, or delivery service.

When fuel prices surge, gas-saving tricks are as plentiful as people complaining about the high cost of filling their tanks.