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Retailers aren’t the only ones hoping to capitalize on the upcoming long weekend shopping sprees, scammers are waiting to take advantage of consumers enjoying Labor Day discounts. While some shoppers will hit the mall, most will access the internet in search of sales or to …Continue Reading Labor Day Deals and Online Shopping Scams
Around the world, the elderly population is growing at a substantially faster rate than that of younger demographics. This burgeoning population of aging consumers faces greater risk of fraud from scammers and those who seek to take advantage of them. June 15th is World Elder …Continue Reading World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2021
Today marks the beginning of 23rd annual National Consumer Protection Week, a weeklong celebration of understanding consumer rights and making well-informed decisions about money championed by the Federal Trade Commissions’ (FTC). Educating consumers about fraud threats and other protection issues has become vital in recent …Continue Reading National Consumer Protection Week 2020
Holiday-induced debt can be a problem for many Americans looking for the newest cell phone, electronic device, or the hottest new kid’s toy. Many companies plan major product releases during this shopping season and are unyielding with their advertising. According to new data from …Continue Reading Santa baby: The yacht, duplex and checks really add up!
Despite your best intentions, some gifts you buy this holiday season may need to be returned or exchanged. In fact, the National Retail Federation released a survey that showed almost two-thirds of people said they made at least one return during last year’s holiday season. …Continue Reading Holiday Shopping Series: Return Policies
Gift certificates are a popular option for many gift-givers during the holiday season. From nail salons, to restaurants, to grocery stores, gift certificates can be used just about anywhere. The National Retail Federation said gift cards are the most popular item on consumers’ …Continue Reading Holiday Shopping Tips: Gift Certificates
The United States Postal Service estimates it will deliver around 900 million packages this holiday season. Package thefts rise during the holiday season, and some thieves will even follow delivery trucks to scoop up packages as soon as they are delivered. So far this …Continue Reading Holiday Shopping Series: Package Theft
The Holiday Season is upon us. Over the next few weeks as the holiday music plays and decorations are put up, consumers will be flocking to malls and websites hoping to purchase the perfect gift for their family member or friend. “Cyber Monday” refers …Continue Reading Holiday Shopping Series: Cyber Monday
The Holiday Season is upon us. Over the next few weeks as the holiday music plays and decorations are put up, consumers will be visiting malls and websites hoping to purchase the perfect gift for their family member or friend. In fact, the National …Continue Reading Holiday Shopping Series: Black Friday
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