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Ponzi Scheme, Wealth Building Scheme, Scam

National Consumer Protection Week: Wealth Building Schemes

Infomercials – These are program-length TV and radio commercials that tout making money.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030–2012/03/08

There have been reports of people trying to take advantage of families who don't have power.

Warning Over Post-Storm Door-To-Door Utility Scams

With hundreds of thousands of people still without power, so-called storm scammers are trying to take advantage.

2011/11/01

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Are Prepaid Car Maintenance Plans Worth The Money?

It is a question you may be asked the next time you buy a car: Do you want a prepaid maintenance plan?

2011/10/13

Some Companies Can’t Keep Up With Groupon Demand

Smaller companies can get overwhelmed with orders, and customers are not getting the same experience that you would without the deal.

2011/10/12

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Smartphone Could Cost You When Traveling Abroad

You may be out of the country, but your phone is still racking up roaming charges.

2011/07/19

Redeeming Credit Card Rewards Points Takes Strategy

Getting your just rewards can be harder than you think, unless you have the right strategy.

2011/07/01

Consumer Complaints Against Penny Auction Websites Rise

Penny auction websites are more popular than ever, but some people claim the sites may actually be breaking the law, luring you into spending money with no guarantee of getting any product at all.

2011/06/30

Money Matters – National Consumer Protection Week: Wealth Building Schemes

Wealth building schemes aren’t just about Ponzi schemes.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030–2011/03/10

I-Team: Men Allegedly Conning People During Chimney Inspections

The I-Team went undercover to catch men who are allegedly ripping off people all across New England leaving a trail of damaged chimneys in their path.

2011/02/16