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FTC finds millions of errors occuring in credit reports

A new study by the Federal Trade Commission finds one in four consumers identified errors on their credit reports that might affect their credit scores.

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Old scam, new technology

Don't you just love the way technology is used to reinvent old scams?

Tags: Shirley Rooker, Call for Action, Federal Trade Commission, Yellow Pages

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Is it a job or a scam?

There are legitimate mystery shopper jobs but they don't require you to send money to a third party.

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Do energy saving gadgets work?

The cost of gas provides a fertile field for crooks promoting devices that are supposed to increase gas mileage.

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When 'no' means 'yes'

Negative options schemes are still causing problems for consumers.

Tags: Call for Action, Shirley Rooker, Jesse Willms, Federal Trade Commission

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International driver's licenses

If you are about to lose your driver's license, don't think you can replace it with an international driver's license purchased over the Internet.

Tags: Shirley Rooker, Call for Action, Federal Trade Commission

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