Recession Scams Prey on Desperate Consumers

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Scams

There sure are a lot of scams on the internet. I saw one scam that you send 1.97 for shipping and handling and they send you a cd. It is a work at home thing. I forgot to read the terms and conditions. I got it canceled. The terms and conditions I read later and had 3 prices of 72.21, 38.00 and 24 something. They were going to take these 3 charges out every month on my debit card. I am glad I got it canceled. Those charges were too much for me. People have to be very careful of all of the scams!!

Gail of IA @ Jul 09, 2009 19:03:48 PM

Obama Housing Grants

For a listing of the grants that Obama is offering got to http://ObamaHousingsGrants.com

Goverment Tracker of DC @ Mar 29, 2009 14:51:49 PM

Scams

These are very good points for us consumers to watch out for. You might also include email scams. I would recommend a top ten list next time.

Joe of NY @ Mar 27, 2009 23:22:09 PM

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Kimberly Palmer, senior editor for U.S. News & World Report, writes about how to save money, avoid scams, manage debt, and be a savvy shopper. Send your personal finance questions to her for expert money advice.


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