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DCRA Consumer Alerts 
 
Date
Consumer Alert
January 2009 Rapid Tax Refund Loans: A Quick Fix With High Fees*
November 2008 Holiday Shopping Tip: Deal or No Deal?*
November 2008 Consejos para Compradores en epocas de Fiestas*
November 2008 Tips on Avoiding Post-Holiday Shopping Problems*
July 2008 The Verdict: Just Hang Up*
June 2008 'Free Trial Offers' - Sometimes Not So Free*
May 2008 Economic Stimulus Payments: No Action Needed*
April 2008 Beware Of False Claims on Diet Drugs*
October 2007
Counterfeit Checks: Don't Be The Biggest Loser*
May 2007
How To Buy A Used Car*
April 2007
When Bad Things Happen To Your Good Name*
March 2007
Students Getting Stung Trying to Find $$$ For College*
January 2007
Don't Get Nailed By A Home Improvement Contractor*     
December 2006
How To Stay Safe While Online Holiday Shopping*
 
 
 
 
 


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