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When the pest control company damages your property


by Dennis Beaver | business, consumer, contractor, liability

March 2, 2021 • By Dennis Beaver Today’s story will be of special interest to three groups of readers: 1. Anyone who owns a condominium under the management of an HOA, a Home Owners Association. 2. Managers of HOAs. 3. Companies who contract with HOAs and cause damage...

Why Buying a Home Warranty Could Leave You Feeling Burned (and What to Do Instead)

by Dennis Beaver | consumer, contracts, home warranty, homeowner, incompetence, service contract, warranty

Home warranty companies often make big promises to get you to sign up, only to stall or deny expensive repairs when you need them most. This couple’s experience is not uncommon. October 6, 2026  • By Dennis Beaver If you are considering purchasing a home...

Why can’t you ever use your timeshare?

by Dennis Beaver | business, consumer, timeshare

February 16, 2024 • By Dennis Beaver If you have been kicking yourself and considering a name change to “sucker” for buying a timeshare while on vacation at that nice resort — but you can never actually book a stay — then today’s story will make you feel less guilty....

Why is my lawyer so sad and angry all the time?

by Dennis Beaver | consumer, lawyers, psychology

May 3, 2024 • By Dennis Beaver Law is a high stress occupation, something that many clients do not realize. The reality of the legal profession is far different than portrayed on television or in the movies. Lawyers suffer from higher rates of depression, suicide and...

Wood cleaning company damaged room in her house

by Dennis Beaver | business, consumer, false advertising, homeowner's insurance, insurance

December 18, 2020 • By Dennis Beaver
 “Mr. Beaver, I live in a home that is over 100 years old and has beautiful wood beams, paneling, floors, built-in bookshelves, counter tops, a dining table – beautiful, old wood everywhere. “I hired a company that claimed to...

Yes, I killed the steak, but it wasn’t my fault!

by Dennis Beaver | consumer

July 6, 2013 • By Dennis Beaver “Mr. Beaver, your story about fake Omaha steaks makes me feel that you are the right person to speak with about my grilling disaster,” began a voice mail from Emily, a second-year student at the University of Arkansas in...
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