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2017 Nu Skin Enterprises Income Claims Database

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2017 Nu Skin Enterprises Income Claims Database

TINA.org investigation reveals misleading income claims used to market MLM opportunity.

This Airline’s Free Checked Bag Offer Carries a Price

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This Airline’s Free Checked Bag Offer Carries a Price

Reader says she was misled into believing her first bag would ride for free. Now she wants a refund.

Confession: I Fell for HelloFresh’s ‘Free Breakfast’

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Confession: I Fell for HelloFresh’s ‘Free Breakfast’

A reminder to be careful about ad claims that may seem too good to be true.

Timeshare Freedom Group

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Timeshare Freedom Group

FAQs on company website clash with promises made in recent radio ad.

2017 Pampered Chef Income Claims Database

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2017 Pampered Chef Income Claims Database

TINA.org investigation reveals misleading income claims used to market MLM opportunity.

Free Speech, Advertising, and Me

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Free Speech, Advertising, and Me

Does free speech protect deceptive advertising?

What You Should Know about Nerium

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What You Should Know about Nerium

Find out where the company is crossing the line when it comes to marketing claims.

Flexiblity is not Free

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Flexiblity is not Free

The math doesn’t add up in your favor at FlexShopper.com’s rental site.

FYE’s Free VIP Memberships and Magazine Subscriptions

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FYE’s Free VIP Memberships and Magazine Subscriptions

Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose material terms of subscriptions

CannaPro CBD

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CannaPro CBD

A fake celebrity endorsement by Tom Hanks is the tip of the iceberg with this CBD product.

Greyhound’s ‘Free Same Day Exchange’ Policy

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Greyhound’s ‘Free Same Day Exchange’ Policy

Economy extra passengers, beware: “Extra” may stand for a hidden fee.

The Kids Guide to Fighting Socialism

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The Kids Guide to Fighting Socialism

“Free” guide harbors future charges that aren’t disclosed in a frightening email to parents and grandparents.

Rent-A-Center’s Free Same-Day Delivery

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Rent-A-Center’s Free Same-Day Delivery

In short, the company may not deliver on the promise.

Bob’s Discount Furniture Deceptively Markets Interest-Free Financing

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Bob’s Discount Furniture Deceptively Markets Interest-Free Financing

Ad Watchdog TINA.org Calls on State Officials to Take Action MADISON, CONN., December 2, 2014 — Consumers are being set up to fail with Bob’s Discount Furniture’s interest-free financing offers,…

‘How We Trade Options’

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‘How We Trade Options’

This “free” book offer isn’t exactly free and one TINA.org reader said it almost cost her plenty.

At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

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At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

Alleged internet marketing scam bilked tens of millions of dollars from consumers, the FTC says.

Xfinity Extreme Premier Triple Play

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Xfinity Extreme Premier Triple Play

Consumer says he was charged for installation despite a mailing that promised it would be free of charge.

Commercial-Free TV with the Hopper

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Commercial-Free TV with the Hopper

This radio ad claims that the Hopper, a DVR from DISH, allows you to watch TV commercial free. Says the ad: “Did you hear with the Hopper from DISH,…

Slotomania

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Slotomania

“Free” mobile slot game isn’t free for long.

CVS’ ‘Free’ Flu Shots

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CVS’ ‘Free’ Flu Shots

This ad hits different when you read the fine print.

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2017 Nu Skin Enterprises Income Claims Database

This Airline’s Free Checked Bag Offer Carries a Price

Confession: I Fell for HelloFresh’s ‘Free Breakfast’

Timeshare Freedom Group

2017 Pampered Chef Income Claims Database

Free Speech, Advertising, and Me

What You Should Know about Nerium

Flexiblity is not Free

FYE’s Free VIP Memberships and Magazine Subscriptions

CannaPro CBD

Greyhound’s ‘Free Same Day Exchange’ Policy

The Kids Guide to Fighting Socialism

Rent-A-Center’s Free Same-Day Delivery

Bob’s Discount Furniture Deceptively Markets Interest-Free Financing

‘How We Trade Options’

At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

Xfinity Extreme Premier Triple Play

Commercial-Free TV with the Hopper

Slotomania

CVS’ ‘Free’ Flu Shots