Consumer Guides
Looking for information about auto service or selling your car? StraightTalk has it. Want to know how to protect your privacy and avoid fraud? StraightTalk can help. Life over fifty can be enjoyable. StraightTalk provides resources in many areas. Need to make home improvements? StraightTalk has tips and resources. StraightTalk has articles for your financial well being, health, and lifestyle.
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Living Guides
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Auto Issues
How hard do you work to take home $2000? Does it really matter if you put air in your tires? Do oil changes really matter, or is that a myth? Do you know why smart people buy used vehicles rather than new? Would you like to cut your gas bill? "Auto Issues" will surprise you and, oh yes, it will save you money.
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Homeowner's Guide
Homeowner's Guide
Written by Remar Sutton
Consumer AdvocateIntroduction
A home may be almost everyone's biggest investment, but it's much more than that. Your home is the focal point of life with family and friends. It's a retreat in a hectic world. It expresses your creativity and style. And those are just a few reasons that make taking care of a home important.The FoolProof Homeowner's Guide offers an ongoing series of articles and resources to help make homeowning chores and challenges a little easier. Check back often as we will update this section on occasions.
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Repair Services Guide
Repair Services Guide
Broken but fixable — at least sometimes. That phrase seems to describe the gadgets, machines, equipment and technical marvels that fill modern homes (and offices). Not to mention what's going on with the house itself. Or, with the automobiles we drive. Centainly, problems with repair services of all kinds are among the top complaints received by consumer affairs organizations. But repair problems don't have to be your number one complaint.The FoolProof Repair Services Guide provides basic strategies, tips, and information for making good repair decisions and getting good service in four basic categories: autos, appliances, computers, and TV and electronics. Our goal is to help you put your common sense and your toolbox to best use.
- Selecting an Auto Service Center
- Ten Tips for Getting Good Automotive Service
- Maintaining Your Vehicle Like New
- Automotive Service Contracts, a.k.a. Extended Warranties
- Using the Manufacturer's Technical Support
- Repairing Computers or Equipment Under Warranty
- Repair the Problem Yourself
- Selecting a Repair Technician or Shop
- Appliances—Repair or Replace?
- Selecting a Repair Service for Your Home Appliances
- Can an Extended Warranty or Service Contract on New Appliances or Computers Be a Good Value?
TV, Radio and Electronics Repair
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Retirement Guide
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