Family: Living Frugally At The Jersey Shore
Tips to Avoid Overpaying or Getting Scammed
Our Frugal Family column gives some advice during National Consumer Protection Week
It’s National Consumer Protection Week, and it’s time to celebrate. As readers of our Frugal Family column, you are looking for a value, and that includes not getting ripped off by a scam. Here are some tips from local officials to protect yourself from falling victim to unscrupulous businesses that take your money and run. Because sometimes, when it sounds like a deal too good to be true, it is. Keeping your rights in mind is frugal, common sense. Cell Phones To get the best value and avoid being taken for a ride when purchasing cell phone service, make sure to inquire about “dead zones.” All of the services have gaps in their coverage areas, says the Ocean County Consumer Affairs Division, so ask before you buy a phone only to discover …
