How to Protect Yourself: Car Leasing- by n/a
Although lower monthly payments make auto leasing appear to be an attractive alternative to financing the purchase of a car, the technical and complex language, and the greed of some car salesmen, cause car leasing to be an option that is fraught with many pitfalls for the average consumer. The Attorney General of Florida has received numerous complaints from consumers, many of whom have been pressured into auto leasing, not been credited for their trade-in vehicle, or have complained of being defrauded in other ways. Be aware that once you sign a lease, you have no automatic legal right to cancel. Before entering into an auto lease, consider the following:
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How to Protect Yourself: Car Rentals- by n/a
Some car rental companies use questionable tactics, at times rising to the level of outright rip-offs. Last minute charges, and use of intimidation and scare tactics to coerce consumers into buying things they do not need are common practices used by car rental companies. Travelers waste millions of dollars each year on unwanted car rental extras. Before signing a rental contract, please consider the following:
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How to Protect Yourself: Charitable Solicitations- by n/a
Everyone receives countless solicitations by mail and telephone asking for donations to what all seem like worthy causes. The problem is how to distinguish between the legitimate and the unscrupulous charitable cause. Below are some questions you can ask to ensure that your donation is actually helping the cause to which you have chosen to give:
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How to Protect Yourself: Checking Account Numbers- by n/a
Fraudulent telemarketers have found another way to steal your money. Consumers across the country are complaining about unauthorized automatic debits (withdrawals) from their checking accounts. Beware! If a caller asks for your checking account number or other printed information on your check, do as you would with your credit card - do not give out checking account information over the phone unless you initiate the call or are familiar with the company.
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How to Protect Yourself: Cosigning a Loan- by n/a
If a friend or a relative asks you to cosign a loan - what do you do? Before you decide, make certain that you understand exactly what cosigning a loan involves and what your obligations will be. Consider these suggestions:
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