With grocery food prices predicted to increase this year, the State Division of Consumer Protection is offering tips to save money. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Consumer Price Index shows grocery store food prices increased 12% from … [Read more...]
NYS Div. of Consumer Protection Reminding Folks to Be Mindful of Credit, Debit Card Skimming Scams
The State's Division of Consumer Protection is reminding folks to be mindful of credit and debit card skimming scams. As part of Identity Theft Awareness Week, the Division is offering tips on how to avoid being a victim of a skimming scam where … [Read more...]
NYS Div. of Consumer Protection Offers Tips on Purchasing Gift Cards This Holiday Season
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection is giving tips on purchasing gift cards and gift certificates this holiday season. Any gift cards or gift certificates purchased in New York State on or after December 10, 2022, will remain valid … [Read more...]
Consumers Reminded To Be Aware of Return-Refund Policies While Holiday Shopping
Consumers are reminded to be aware of return and refund policies while shopping this holiday season. The Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection recommends that consumers carefully review and understand what to look for when … [Read more...]
NYS Division of Consumer Protection: Know Your Rights When Purchasing Gift Cards and Gift Certificates for the Holidays
Consumers are urged to know their rights when purchasing gift cards and gift certificates for the holiday season. The State Division of Consumer Protection issued a list of tips to help consumers understand the pitfalls surrounding gift cards in … [Read more...]
NYS Div of Consumer Protection Give Tips to Stay Safe this Shopping Season
The State Division of Consumer Protection has issued guidelines to help shoppers have a safe holiday season. The DCP said consumers should expect to have a lengthy wait for goods and holiday presents due to the continued supply shortages and shipping … [Read more...]
NYS Warning of Text Messaging Phishing Scam on Vaccine Verification
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection and the New York State Department of Health are warning New Yorkers of a text message phishing scam. The scheme targets those attempting to validate vaccine status to try to steal personal … [Read more...]
