Diane Lee
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Spartanburg, SC, United States
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Car insurance rates: Little known factors that can affect your cost
In this 7NEWS Consumer Exclusive, we explain why, plus highlight some little-known factors that can impact your rate so you know what to look for and how to save more on car insurance. → Read More
EXCLUSIVE INVESTIGATION: Out-of-state trash filling up SC landfills
From the smell to the unsightly view and constant noise, living near a landfill can be a raw deal. → Read More
Dating apps: How to choose the right one for you
In the world of love, what once was a stigma is now the norm: online dating. → Read More
Medical identity theft: Why your medical records make scammers big bucks
We have reported on a lot of scams that can affect your wallet, but one alarming trend can impact both your money and your health: medical identity theft. → Read More
Upstate scam victim takes her fight for more protection to Congress
A year ago, we brought you the story of on an Oconee County woman who lost $20,000 dollars to a sophisticated scam. However, that turned out to be only the beginning of a journey for the Seneca grandmother, that took her all the way to the nation’s capital. → Read More
Before you sell: What you should know about wholesale real estate
In this 7NEWS Consumer Exclusive, a warning about what you should know before you sell. → Read More
SC drugmaker at center of VA recall after FDA investigation
A South Carolina drug manufacturer is at the center of a recall by the Department of Veterans Affairs. → Read More
Smart Money Moves for 2023
There may be a lot of uncertainty when it comes to the economy as the new year gets started, but financial experts said this may actually be a prime time to grow wealth. → Read More
Top 7 holiday scams and how to avoid them
The holiday season may be whizzing by, but there has been plenty of time for scammers to steal a Grinch-load of cash from unsuspecting shoppers this year. → Read More
Small Business Saturday deals across the Upstate
A holiday shopping tradition that started back in 2010, is growing more popular than ever. → Read More
Camp LeJeune Lawsuits: What you should know about finding the right attorney
But why are these ads running now? Should you trust the ads coming from one law firm after another? → Read More
Student loan forgiveness: What you need to know
Starting in October, 40 million people will see some of their student loans forgiven. And the White House says half of all Americans who are paying off Federal student loans will have their debt entirely erased. → Read More
Beware of bogus streaming charges
Scammers are aware that more people continue to download apps to watch television. → Read More
Renters do have rights: What you should know
By state law, tenants cannot pay for repairs and deduct that from rent. However, that doesn’t mean they don’t have any alternative. → Read More
Top 7 ways to save on back to school shopping
This time can be exciting and a little crazy, but it doesn’t have to be expensive. In this Consumer Exclusive, we look into the top seven ways to save money during back to school shopping. → Read More
Fake retail sites growing more common
We all like a good deal, but sometimes that search can lead you down a dark road on the internet. Many shoppers are finding scam retail sites are becoming more deceptive than ever. → Read More
Scamming job applicants: How to spot a fake listing
(WSPA) – If you or anyone you know is looking for a job right now, beware. Scammers are hoping your search turns you into their next victim. In this 7NEWS Consumer Exclusive, Scamming Job Applicants, we looked into a recent scam involving bogus checks, a real company, and some job searches gone wrong. When Janice […] → Read More
Save on summer travel: Freebies, discounts and deals
We may be heading into the summer of inflation, but that doesn’t mean we have to blow our vacation budget. In this 7NEWS Consumer Exclusive, we looked into ways families can save on travel, lodging and just having fun. → Read More
How to get rent, mortgage and utilities assistance
With everything from food to gas on the rise, it has become harder for a lot of people to pay their bills. Many don’t realize financial aid programs that began during the pandemic are still going strong. They offer help with everything from rent to mortgage payments, utilities, even property taxes. → Read More
How to spot rental scams
If you have searched for an apartment or housing anytime in the last few years, you might know scammers often try to gain access to real rental listings and act like its their own. → Read More