#consumer-awareness
#consumer-awareness
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Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days agoThese Destinations Have the Highest Levels of Travel Fraud, According to Mastercard
Travel scams are prevalent, especially in popular tourist destinations during peak seasons.
Fraud reports increase significantly as travelers plan trips and book accommodations.
Travelers are particularly vulnerable to fake travel agencies and manipulated offers.
Awareness and caution are crucial for travelers to avoid being victimized by scams.
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#customer-service
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago5 Common Bank Fees You Can Usually Get Waived, If You Know What You're Doing
Banks generate substantial revenue from service fees, often unnoticed by customers.
Many service fees can be avoided or waived with proactive management.
A significant portion of bank revenue comes from automatic penalty fees.
Consumers can save money by being proactive about their bank accounts.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago5 Common Bank Fees You Can Usually Get Waived, If You Know What You're Doing
Banks generate substantial revenue from service fees, often unnoticed by customers.
Many service fees can be avoided or waived with proactive management.
A significant portion of bank revenue comes from automatic penalty fees.
Consumers can save money by being proactive about their bank accounts.
#transparency
Cars
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks agoCar finance under fire: What you need to know before signing on the dotted line - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Motorists should be aware of complexities and hidden costs when purchasing cars on finance, as many may be entitled to compensation.
#sustainability
#nutrition
Silicon Valley food
fromFast Company
3 months agoStudy finds gluten-free products often have more sugar, fewer nutrients than regular foods
Gluten-free products generally offer less protein and more sugar compared to gluten-containing options.
Many perceived health benefits of gluten-free products are exaggerated.
Silicon Valley food
fromFast Company
3 months agoStudy finds gluten-free products often have more sugar, fewer nutrients than regular foods
Gluten-free products generally offer less protein and more sugar compared to gluten-containing options.
Many perceived health benefits of gluten-free products are exaggerated.
fromThe Daily Dot
2 months ago'This feels deceptive': Walmart shopper reaches for Great Value Strawberries and Cream Oatmeal. Then he takes a closer look
"You are not going to believe this," Ferguson states at the beginning of his video. He's then seen picking up a box of Walmart's Great Value brand instant oatmeal from a shelf.
SF food
#personal-finance
Marketing tech
fromEngadget
3 months agoHow to find and cancel your unused subscriptions
Subscription services can quietly drain your finances, often going unnoticed until evaluated.
fromPsychology Today
3 months agoMiscellaneous
5 Costly Self-Talk Phrases That Can Trap You in Debt
Debt begins often with a simple phrase and can become a serious burden.
Understanding the full cost of an expense is crucial in avoiding debt.
Future income should never be gambled with when considering purchases.
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