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What You Should Know about Vemma

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What You Should Know about Vemma

Investigation reveals a number of questionable practices.

If it Costs Money to Win A Scholarship, Think Again

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If it Costs Money to Win A Scholarship, Think Again

While the cost of tuition is going through the roof, it’s not surprising that students are looking for any help they can get to finance the college dream. Scholarships, grants,…

Wal-Mart Stores Inc sheds “Made in USA” logo From Its Website

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Wal-Mart Stores Inc sheds “Made in USA” logo From Its Website

Camilla Pritchard, Business Finance News

How to Spot Bogus Medical Products

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How to Spot Bogus Medical Products

Donna Fuscaldo, Fox Business

CATrends: Buy Now, Pay Later Services Send Users Further Into Debt

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CATrends: Buy Now, Pay Later Services Send Users Further Into Debt

The result is that BNPL services that are advertised as free aren’t, class-action lawsuits allege.

Mortgage Insurance Scam Goes Blue

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Mortgage Insurance Scam Goes Blue

The color changes but the deceptive marketing stays the same.

With Trading Advantage Capital, It’s Pay to Play

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With Trading Advantage Capital, It’s Pay to Play

A company spokesman says it’s education-based but that’s hardly front and center in ads.

GE Capital to Pay Out Millions to Settle Deception Charges

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GE Capital to Pay Out Millions to Settle Deception Charges

CFPB cites bank for discriminatory and misleading practices.

Vemma Frenzy Ends: Judge Limits Vemma’s Operations

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Vemma Frenzy Ends: Judge Limits Vemma’s Operations

Court concludes Vemma likely operating a pyramid scheme.

Six Ways to Protect Yourself from a Mortgage Scam

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Six Ways to Protect Yourself from a Mortgage Scam

Mortgages are enough of a headache without unscrupulous lenders.

State Officials Investigate Bob’s Discount Furniture after TINA.org Complaint

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State Officials Investigate Bob’s Discount Furniture after TINA.org Complaint

Company’s “interest free” financing hides important information from consumers.

TINA.org’s Year In Review 2014

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TINA.org’s Year In Review 2014

With help from our readers, TINA.org’s second full year of operation was a definite success – helping to empower consumers against false and deceptive ads. Here’s a rundown of what…

WakeUpNow Put to Sleep: Closes down U.S. Affiliate Operations

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WakeUpNow Put to Sleep: Closes down U.S. Affiliate Operations

Company says former CEO is to blame for its failure.

Sunshine Week: Utah’s Small Step toward the Light

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Sunshine Week: Utah’s Small Step toward the Light

State moves closer to disclosing vital consumer complaints but there’s more work to be done.

What You Should Know about the FTC’s Action against Vemma

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What You Should Know about the FTC’s Action against Vemma

Having combed through the 200-plus pages that the FTC filed against Vemma Nutrition Company, Vemma International Holdings, Inc., Benson K. (B.K.) Boreyko, Tom Alkazin and his wife Bethany (defendants) in…

What You Should Know about Kyäni

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What You Should Know about Kyäni

TINA.org investigation delves into claims by Idaho-based MLM.

Ad or Not? Stock Tips Edition

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Ad or Not? Stock Tips Edition

Unbiased, independent investing research or paid-for stock promotion?

DealDash’d: A Losing Bet for Consumers

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DealDash’d: A Losing Bet for Consumers

Investigation finds company is using deceptive marketing to lure consumers to an illegal gambling site.

College Students: Don’t Fall for These Scams

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College Students: Don’t Fall for These Scams

Experts weigh in on how to avoid being a victim of these latest campus scams.

Sweepstakes for HMI’s FILTERQUEEN Products

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Sweepstakes for HMI’s FILTERQUEEN Products

April 2019: A federal judge granted preliminary approval of a proposed settlement agreement that would provide class members with either a $300 voucher for HMI Filtration products or a $100…

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What You Should Know about Vemma

If it Costs Money to Win A Scholarship, Think Again

Wal-Mart Stores Inc sheds “Made in USA” logo From Its Website

How to Spot Bogus Medical Products

CATrends: Buy Now, Pay Later Services Send Users Further Into Debt

Mortgage Insurance Scam Goes Blue

With Trading Advantage Capital, It’s Pay to Play

GE Capital to Pay Out Millions to Settle Deception Charges

Vemma Frenzy Ends: Judge Limits Vemma’s Operations

Six Ways to Protect Yourself from a Mortgage Scam

State Officials Investigate Bob’s Discount Furniture after TINA.org Complaint

TINA.org’s Year In Review 2014

WakeUpNow Put to Sleep: Closes down U.S. Affiliate Operations

Sunshine Week: Utah’s Small Step toward the Light

What You Should Know about the FTC’s Action against Vemma

What You Should Know about Kyäni

Ad or Not? Stock Tips Edition

DealDash’d: A Losing Bet for Consumers

College Students: Don’t Fall for These Scams

Sweepstakes for HMI’s FILTERQUEEN Products