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Good Ways to Avoid Bad Apps

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Good Ways to Avoid Bad Apps

That app you must have may not be what you think.

Auto Transport 123

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Auto Transport 123

Compensated five-star reviews draw the attention of the FTC.

Sunshine Report: State-by-State Access to Consumer Complaints

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Sunshine Report: State-by-State Access to Consumer Complaints

#SunshineWeek: Find out which states should do more to give consumers information on complaints filed against businesses.

FTC Sues Weight-Loss Marketers for Blocking Bad Reviews

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FTC Sues Weight-Loss Marketers for Blocking Bad Reviews

Complaint also asserts that company pushes deceptive weight-loss claims.

Valentine’s Day Deception: Don’t Fall for These Bad Ads

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Valentine’s Day Deception: Don’t Fall for These Bad Ads

From “Belgian” chocolates made in the U.S. to knockoff engagement rings, be wary of these roadblocks to love.

What You Should Know about New U Life

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What You Should Know about New U Life

MLM company New U Life is no fountain of youth.

Daily Health Answers

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Daily Health Answers

You have to question this supplement “review” site’s answers.

TINA.org Suggests Updates to How the FTC Regulates Endorsement Advertising

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TINA.org Suggests Updates to How the FTC Regulates Endorsement Advertising

On June 22, 2020, TINA.org responded to the FTC’s request for comment on the Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (referred to here as the Endorsement…

What Messages Are Advertisers Receiving about Paid Content?

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What Messages Are Advertisers Receiving about Paid Content?

TINA.org reviews self-regulatory action aimed at labels.

Does Your State Reveal Consumer Complaints?

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Does Your State Reveal Consumer Complaints?

TINA.org Publishes Results of Nationwide Open Records Review MADISON, CONN. November 18, 2015 — Consumers rely on online reviews and ratings sites when making purchasing decisions but these tools are…

Avoid Cyber Monday Scams

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Avoid Cyber Monday Scams

How to safely take advantage of online deals.

Shell Vacations Club

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Shell Vacations Club

Shell Vacations Club is a timeshare vacation organization with property in 24 resorts in North America. But the group seems to leave customers disappointed after it fails to live up…

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TINA.org’s curated list of MLM info and news of note.

New Law Says You Have a Right to Gripe

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New Law Says You Have a Right to Gripe

California becomes first state to ban non-disparagement clauses. Similar federal proposal expected to follow.

Instant Checkmate

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Instant Checkmate

Instant Checkmate advertises its “new controversial” website as a way for “anyone with a computer” to view arrest records and perform background checks on friends and family. But can they…

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