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Watch out for the 'free stuff'

Jul 25, 2008
Story Timeline:  80 days

Use caution when something is advertised or said to be "free" No matter what high-pressure salesman says, if not in contract -- you don't get it Read everything -- including fine print -- before signing anything If company makes you wary, check first with the Better Business Bureau (CNN) -- Donna and David Sloat of California love to travel. So when they received a postcard in the mail that claimed they could get 50 percent off the price of cruises and 75 percent off condo vacations, the couple was intrigued. So they went to a meeting to find out more about it. While they were there, the vacation travel club offered something they couldn't refuse...a complimentary cruise for two and two nights' stay at a local hotel. The Sloats became members. As it turns out, the "complimentary cruise" cost the couple nearly $600 in fees.... [read full story]                    

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