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Amazon clamps down on rogue OTC hearing aid sellers

ConsumerAffairs assists the retailer in taming the new ‘wild west’ sales environment

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Scammers could be depleting funds from Vanilla Visa gift cards

11/29/2022

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All of a sudden, chicken breasts are a huge bargain

11/29/2022

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If you’re looking for a job you should watch out for these two scams

11/29/2022

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Daiso recalls Tiramisu Twist Cookies

11/29/2022

Recalls

ScentLok recalls vehicle deodorizers

11/29/2022

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Scammers are using Facebook Marketplace, Zelle, and PayPal to snare new victims

11/28/2022

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Scammers are victimizing people who sell things online, FTC warns

The agency says consumers can protect themselves by selling to a local buyer

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  1. QR code scams are growing, experts say
  2. Equifax hit with lawsuit over credit score errors
  3. Toyota recalls model year 2022 Rav4s, Rav4 Hybrids, and Rav4 Primes
  4. Twitter confirms major hack that exposed personal data on millions of users

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November 28, 2022

FDA calls out dietary supplement makers over health claims

The agency pleads with consumers to ask questions before they buy supplements

USPS announces deadlines for shipping holiday gifts

Time is of the essence for consumers looking to ship gifts in time for Christmas Day

How safe are small cars? New side crash test yields mixed results

Seven of the eleven models tested fared well

Still toy shopping? These items are popular and some may still be plentiful

Shoppers should be aware that scammers may take advantage of the the season's hot toys

Bentex recalls children’s clothing sets

The garments exceed the federal lead paint and lead content ban

Tesla recalls more than 321,000 Model 3s and Model Ys

The taillights may fail to illuminate, posing a crash risk risk

November 23, 2022

The baddest of the bad Black Friday scams is ready and waiting to sucker-punch consumers

Ever heard of a “card masking service”? It might be worth investigating.

Are there any huge Black Friday discounts left? ConsumerAffairs did its homework and here’s what we found.

Plus, how to get your web browser to do some extra deal-driven legwork

Consumer watchdogs divulge the nasty downside of Buy Now, Pay Later credit

You may be giving up consumer protections without a leg to stand on

Target releases plans for its biggest Black Friday sale

Sales started on November 20 and will run through Cyber Monday on November 28

Best Buy is already offering Black Friday deals

The retailer says it’s made returns even easier this year

Green Day Produce recalls enoki mushrooms

The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Various Bridgestone and Firestone tires recalled

The tire bead my be damaged, leading to a sudden loss of air pressure

November 22, 2022

Road tripping for Thanksgiving? Here are expert money-saving tips.

Did you know stop-and-go traffic can reduce your gas mileage by 40%?

Amazon unveils Cyber Monday deals

The discounts will go into effect Saturday, November 26

Here are the five cities with the lowest first-year homeownership costs

Two Midwestern cities are the most affordable

Here are five ways to avoid holiday package delivery hassles

When ordering online during the holidays, take nothing for granted

William Carter Company recalls infant’s yellow footed fleece PJs

Small metal wire pieces can be found in the pajamas, posing puncture and laceration hazards

Nearly a quarter million Ram 2500s and 3500s recalled

A transmission fluid leak may cause a fire

November 21, 2022

Amazon and FBI impersonation scams move to the front burner

Expert tips on how to keep your personal data and money from winding up in the wrong hands

Your smart TV giving you fits? You might be able to fix things with a new, inexpensive streaming device.

Streaming expert offers suggestions and how to get around any issues

Holiday motorists will encounter record-high Thanksgiving gas prices this week

But prices are also falling at a record pace

DICK’S Sporting Goods releases Black Friday deals

Stores will have extended hours on Black Friday

Boston Baking recalls mini cinnamon crumb cakes

The product may contain pecans, an allergen not declared on the label

Is it safe to buy from an online pharmacy?

It is, as long as you make sure you’re dealing with a legitimate pharmacy

Ford recalls nearly a half million F-150 pickup trucks

The front windshield wiper motor may not work

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