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Obama’s Stimulus Money And How it Can Help You Eliminate Credit Card Debt

Thursday, August 12th, 2010

Obama’s stimulus money has been offered to credit card issuers, financial institutions and big time lenders. How will it help you get rid of your debts? The money has been provided under the implicit understanding that the credit card issuers shall provide a fair deal to their customers. Further, Obama’s stimulus has created an environment where credit card issuers stand to gain more by getting rid of those borrowers who are not in a position to pay their debts on time. Rather than initiating litigation or pushing them towards bankruptcy, the stimulus money is used to simply get rid of debts by offering big discounts.

Riding on the confidence that Obama’s stimulus money has provided to the economy, credit card issuers are taking up those debts above ten thousand dollars and due for many months. The issuers are offering a waiver of up to 50% to 60% of the debt amount. This translates into a $4000 repayment on a $10000 loan. Such settlements were common in the past as well. However, creditors are not just ready to offer a waiver but are ready to accept repayment of the remaining amount in installments. This generosity must be credited to the presence of Obama’s stimulus money in the market.

Deal through a debt settlement company and open an escrow account where you will deposit money on a regular basis. You will have to make repayments until the settled loan amount has been cleared. The generous terms of settlement shall be available as long as Obama’s stimulus money is circulating in the market. Once the economy improves, the government shall withdraw its stimulus plan. Once the issuers lose the support of Obama’s stimulus money, they may not be so keen on providing huge waivers. What is more, once the economy improves and the number of bankruptcies comes down, credit card issuers may not think twice of pushing a borrower towards bankruptcy if they feel this will help them get a full repayment. As on date, taking such a risk is neither feasible, nor advisable for credit card issuers.

If you are currently experiencing short term cash flow problems and are in need of quick cash then you will obviously want to get the best deal. I would strongly discourage you from going directly to a particular payday lender as you never really know if you are getting the best rate. Instead, the most efficient way to receive multiple quotes and get the best deal on your short term loan, is to utilize a multiple lender website that is affiliated with several payday lending companies. These websites will make the payday loan companies compete over your loan and therefore you are able to choose the one that was able to offer you the best deal. Going through a multiple lender website will save you time and money and they have consistently offered consumers the best market rate available. They are free to use and are by far the most convenient method to get quick cash.

About Author
freedebtsettlementadvice.com is a matchmaker in the debt settlement industry. They have paired up thousands of consumers up with debt settlement companies who are most likely to get consumers the best deal. http://www.freedebtsettlementadvice.com

Obama’s Stimulus Money And How it Can Help You Eliminate Credit Card Debt

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

Obama’s stimulus money has been offered to credit card issuers, financial institutions and big time lenders. How will it help you get rid of your debts? The money has been provided under the implicit understanding that the credit card issuers shall provide a fair deal to their customers. Further, Obama’s stimulus has created an environment where credit card issuers stand to gain more by getting rid of those borrowers who are not in a position to pay their debts on time. Rather than initiating litigation or pushing them towards bankruptcy, the stimulus money is used to simply get rid of debts by offering big discounts.

Riding on the confidence that Obama’s stimulus money has provided to the economy, credit card issuers are taking up those debts above ten thousand dollars and due for many months. The issuers are offering a waiver of up to 50% to 60% of the debt amount. This translates into a $4000 repayment on a $10000 loan. Such settlements were common in the past as well. However, creditors are not just ready to offer a waiver but are ready to accept repayment of the remaining amount in installments. This generosity must be credited to the presence of Obama’s stimulus money in the market.

Deal through a debt settlement company and open an escrow account where you will deposit money on a regular basis. You will have to make repayments until the settled loan amount has been cleared. The generous terms of settlement shall be available as long as Obama’s stimulus money is circulating in the market. Once the economy improves, the government shall withdraw its stimulus plan. Once the issuers lose the support of Obama’s stimulus money, they may not be so keen on providing huge waivers. What is more, once the economy improves and the number of bankruptcies comes down, credit card issuers may not think twice of pushing a borrower towards bankruptcy if they feel this will help them get a full repayment. As on date, taking such a risk is neither feasible, nor advisable for credit card issuers.

If you are currently experiencing short term cash flow problems and are in need of quick cash then you will obviously want to get the best deal. I would strongly discourage you from going directly to a particular payday lender as you never really know if you are getting the best rate. Instead, the most efficient way to receive multiple quotes and get the best deal on your short term loan, is to utilize a multiple lender website that is affiliated with several payday lending companies. These websites will make the payday loan companies compete over your loan and therefore you are able to choose the one that was able to offer you the best deal. Going through a multiple lender website will save you time and money and they have consistently offered consumers the best market rate available. They are free to use and are by far the most convenient method to get quick cash.

About Author
freedebtsettlementadvice.com is a matchmaker in the debt settlement industry. They have paired up thousands of consumers up with debt settlement companies who are most likely to get consumers the best deal. http://www.freedebtsettlementadvice.com

Obama’s Stimulus Money And How it Can Help You Eliminate Credit Card Debt

Saturday, August 7th, 2010

Obama’s stimulus money has been offered to credit card issuers, financial institutions and big time lenders. How will it help you get rid of your debts? The money has been provided under the implicit understanding that the credit card issuers shall provide a fair deal to their customers. Further, Obama’s stimulus has created an environment where credit card issuers stand to gain more by getting rid of those borrowers who are not in a position to pay their debts on time. Rather than initiating litigation or pushing them towards bankruptcy, the stimulus money is used to simply get rid of debts by offering big discounts.

Riding on the confidence that Obama’s stimulus money has provided to the economy, credit card issuers are taking up those debts above ten thousand dollars and due for many months. The issuers are offering a waiver of up to 50% to 60% of the debt amount. This translates into a $4000 repayment on a $10000 loan. Such settlements were common in the past as well. However, creditors are not just ready to offer a waiver but are ready to accept repayment of the remaining amount in installments. This generosity must be credited to the presence of Obama’s stimulus money in the market.

Deal through a debt settlement company and open an escrow account where you will deposit money on a regular basis. You will have to make repayments until the settled loan amount has been cleared. The generous terms of settlement shall be available as long as Obama’s stimulus money is circulating in the market. Once the economy improves, the government shall withdraw its stimulus plan. Once the issuers lose the support of Obama’s stimulus money, they may not be so keen on providing huge waivers. What is more, once the economy improves and the number of bankruptcies comes down, credit card issuers may not think twice of pushing a borrower towards bankruptcy if they feel this will help them get a full repayment. As on date, taking such a risk is neither feasible, nor advisable for credit card issuers.

If you are currently experiencing short term cash flow problems and are in need of quick cash then you will obviously want to get the best deal. I would strongly discourage you from going directly to a particular payday lender as you never really know if you are getting the best rate. Instead, the most efficient way to receive multiple quotes and get the best deal on your short term loan, is to utilize a multiple lender website that is affiliated with several payday lending companies. These websites will make the payday loan companies compete over your loan and therefore you are able to choose the one that was able to offer you the best deal. Going through a multiple lender website will save you time and money and they have consistently offered consumers the best market rate available. They are free to use and are by far the most convenient method to get quick cash.

About Author
freedebtsettlementadvice.com is a matchmaker in the debt settlement industry. They have paired up thousands of consumers up with debt settlement companies who are most likely to get consumers the best deal. http://www.freedebtsettlementadvice.com

Obama’s Stimulus Money And How it Can Help You Eliminate Credit Card Debt

Thursday, August 5th, 2010

Obama’s stimulus money has been offered to credit card issuers, financial institutions and big time lenders. How will it help you get rid of your debts? The money has been provided under the implicit understanding that the credit card issuers shall provide a fair deal to their customers. Further, Obama’s stimulus has created an environment where credit card issuers stand to gain more by getting rid of those borrowers who are not in a position to pay their debts on time. Rather than initiating litigation or pushing them towards bankruptcy, the stimulus money is used to simply get rid of debts by offering big discounts.

Riding on the confidence that Obama’s stimulus money has provided to the economy, credit card issuers are taking up those debts above ten thousand dollars and due for many months. The issuers are offering a waiver of up to 50% to 60% of the debt amount. This translates into a $4000 repayment on a $10000 loan. Such settlements were common in the past as well. However, creditors are not just ready to offer a waiver but are ready to accept repayment of the remaining amount in installments. This generosity must be credited to the presence of Obama’s stimulus money in the market.

Deal through a debt settlement company and open an escrow account where you will deposit money on a regular basis. You will have to make repayments until the settled loan amount has been cleared. The generous terms of settlement shall be available as long as Obama’s stimulus money is circulating in the market. Once the economy improves, the government shall withdraw its stimulus plan. Once the issuers lose the support of Obama’s stimulus money, they may not be so keen on providing huge waivers. What is more, once the economy improves and the number of bankruptcies comes down, credit card issuers may not think twice of pushing a borrower towards bankruptcy if they feel this will help them get a full repayment. As on date, taking such a risk is neither feasible, nor advisable for credit card issuers.

If you are currently experiencing short term cash flow problems and are in need of quick cash then you will obviously want to get the best deal. I would strongly discourage you from going directly to a particular payday lender as you never really know if you are getting the best rate. Instead, the most efficient way to receive multiple quotes and get the best deal on your short term loan, is to utilize a multiple lender website that is affiliated with several payday lending companies. These websites will make the payday loan companies compete over your loan and therefore you are able to choose the one that was able to offer you the best deal. Going through a multiple lender website will save you time and money and they have consistently offered consumers the best market rate available. They are free to use and are by far the most convenient method to get quick cash.

About Author
freedebtsettlementadvice.com is a matchmaker in the debt settlement industry. They have paired up thousands of consumers up with debt settlement companies who are most likely to get consumers the best deal. http://www.freedebtsettlementadvice.com

If It’s FREE, Why Do I Need A Credit Card?

Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010

Have you ever gone to a website, and the headline says you get this fantastic software or eBook for FREE that will change your life or make you rich. But, then I scroll immediately to the bottom of the site before reading it, to find the cost. And what do I see? A mastercard or visa logo.

WHY? If it’s free, then why do they want to charge me?

 The reasons are several. It’s a very clever (misleading?) marketing gimmick. They want to grab your attention, and to make sure you read the message (ad). Though I’m not alone in scrolling to the end to see the price. If it’s out of my budget, what’s the point of reading it? If they are charging  $197 or $297 or up, forget it. And watching for the recurring charges, like $30, $50 or $70/mo thereafter. I’m not about to spend that amount of money, and most newbies can’t afford it. When getting started in this business, you have to watch the nickels and dimes. It may be worth it, but that is secondary.

It normally works this way. The ad tells you (hype?) about the product or service. Then repeats its FREE, but there is a $5.95, $6.95 or $7.95 handling charge for the product. Of course you then need the credit card to pay for that. Then they say first 30 days (more or less) are free, then your credit card will be billed the full amount unless you cancel first. Kind of like the magazines use. They call it negative options. They give you first issue FREE, then charge you unless you cancel.

If you really want the product, no problem. It’s handled for you. But if you don’t want it, you have to call or submit an email request to cancel. There is the rub. Sometimes they charge your account anyway, and then after you complain,  say you were late, or there was some mix-up, and they will then stop billing. I had one company send me 10 CDs through the USPS for the normal $7.95 S&H. and would bill me $59.95 per month after 30 days. After listening to the CDs, I decided I didn’t want the service, so I called them to cancel. They said no problem, just send the CDs back. Which I did. Sent UPS insured.

Guess what? Yes, $59.95 appeared on my credit card next month. I called  again, they said they would credit it. But the $59.95 appeared  on the next 3 months statements as well, all the while I’m trying to cancel. After 5 months, and sending a certified letter returned receipt requested, threatening to report to postal authorities (postal fraud), the attorney general’s office and the FTC, they called and finally agreed to cancel all 4 of the charges. Finally, that following month, the 4 charges were deleted. But what a hassle.

Many of these companies I think are hoping you will forget and not cancel. Many people do not check their credit statements each month. That is a mistake. It’s important to check every month. I even check online every 2 weeks. I keep my credit statements in a 3 ring binder, after punching the holes. That ways its easy to check previous months to see if the charges were credited as promised.

These problems do not just occur on the Internet. I was listening to the radio late one  evening while traveling in my car.  There was a 30 minute info-mercial. They advertised a free sample. So I called on my cell phone, and they asked for my credit card. It was to pay for the shipping charges of the pills, $7.95. And then they would bill me $50 or so each month after the 30 days. But that was not in the radio commercial. So again, they advertise FREE, but you still need the credit card. Now once they have the card, they will ship your product every month and charge it. Needless to say, I didn’t order.

Now most of these companies are legit, and have a legit product.  But it opens the door to scammers who can do the same, and once getting your credit card number, watch out. That’s why it’s important to check your credit card statements, at least each month. The credit card companies aren’t much help in this either. They don’t want to be bothered. They want you to contact the merchant and work things out. But how do you do that with  a scam artist?

Bill Lyman PhotoAbout Author
I live in West Palm Beach FL area. Love the idea of forums, blogs and articles, so I can share and learn. Check out my blog at http://scamguard.typepad.com. It could save you thousands.

Obama’s Stimulus Money And How it Can Help You Eliminate Credit Card Debt

Saturday, July 31st, 2010

Obama’s stimulus money has been offered to credit card issuers, financial institutions and big time lenders. How will it help you get rid of your debts? The money has been provided under the implicit understanding that the credit card issuers shall provide a fair deal to their customers. Further, Obama’s stimulus has created an environment where credit card issuers stand to gain more by getting rid of those borrowers who are not in a position to pay their debts on time. Rather than initiating litigation or pushing them towards bankruptcy, the stimulus money is used to simply get rid of debts by offering big discounts.

Riding on the confidence that Obama’s stimulus money has provided to the economy, credit card issuers are taking up those debts above ten thousand dollars and due for many months. The issuers are offering a waiver of up to 50% to 60% of the debt amount. This translates into a $4000 repayment on a $10000 loan. Such settlements were common in the past as well. However, creditors are not just ready to offer a waiver but are ready to accept repayment of the remaining amount in installments. This generosity must be credited to the presence of Obama’s stimulus money in the market.

Deal through a debt settlement company and open an escrow account where you will deposit money on a regular basis. You will have to make repayments until the settled loan amount has been cleared. The generous terms of settlement shall be available as long as Obama’s stimulus money is circulating in the market. Once the economy improves, the government shall withdraw its stimulus plan. Once the issuers lose the support of Obama’s stimulus money, they may not be so keen on providing huge waivers. What is more, once the economy improves and the number of bankruptcies comes down, credit card issuers may not think twice of pushing a borrower towards bankruptcy if they feel this will help them get a full repayment. As on date, taking such a risk is neither feasible, nor advisable for credit card issuers.

If you are currently experiencing short term cash flow problems and are in need of quick cash then you will obviously want to get the best deal. I would strongly discourage you from going directly to a particular payday lender as you never really know if you are getting the best rate. Instead, the most efficient way to receive multiple quotes and get the best deal on your short term loan, is to utilize a multiple lender website that is affiliated with several payday lending companies. These websites will make the payday loan companies compete over your loan and therefore you are able to choose the one that was able to offer you the best deal. Going through a multiple lender website will save you time and money and they have consistently offered consumers the best market rate available. They are free to use and are by far the most convenient method to get quick cash.

About Author
freedebtsettlementadvice.com is a matchmaker in the debt settlement industry. They have paired up thousands of consumers up with debt settlement companies who are most likely to get consumers the best deal. http://www.freedebtsettlementadvice.com

Obama’s Stimulus Money And How it Can Help You Eliminate Credit Card Debt

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Obama’s stimulus money has been offered to credit card issuers, financial institutions and big time lenders. How will it help you get rid of your debts? The money has been provided under the implicit understanding that the credit card issuers shall provide a fair deal to their customers. Further, Obama’s stimulus has created an environment where credit card issuers stand to gain more by getting rid of those borrowers who are not in a position to pay their debts on time. Rather than initiating litigation or pushing them towards bankruptcy, the stimulus money is used to simply get rid of debts by offering big discounts.

Riding on the confidence that Obama’s stimulus money has provided to the economy, credit card issuers are taking up those debts above ten thousand dollars and due for many months. The issuers are offering a waiver of up to 50% to 60% of the debt amount. This translates into a $4000 repayment on a $10000 loan. Such settlements were common in the past as well. However, creditors are not just ready to offer a waiver but are ready to accept repayment of the remaining amount in installments. This generosity must be credited to the presence of Obama’s stimulus money in the market.

Deal through a debt settlement company and open an escrow account where you will deposit money on a regular basis. You will have to make repayments until the settled loan amount has been cleared. The generous terms of settlement shall be available as long as Obama’s stimulus money is circulating in the market. Once the economy improves, the government shall withdraw its stimulus plan. Once the issuers lose the support of Obama’s stimulus money, they may not be so keen on providing huge waivers. What is more, once the economy improves and the number of bankruptcies comes down, credit card issuers may not think twice of pushing a borrower towards bankruptcy if they feel this will help them get a full repayment. As on date, taking such a risk is neither feasible, nor advisable for credit card issuers.

If you are currently experiencing short term cash flow problems and are in need of quick cash then you will obviously want to get the best deal. I would strongly discourage you from going directly to a particular payday lender as you never really know if you are getting the best rate. Instead, the most efficient way to receive multiple quotes and get the best deal on your short term loan, is to utilize a multiple lender website that is affiliated with several payday lending companies. These websites will make the payday loan companies compete over your loan and therefore you are able to choose the one that was able to offer you the best deal. Going through a multiple lender website will save you time and money and they have consistently offered consumers the best market rate available. They are free to use and are by far the most convenient method to get quick cash.

About Author
freedebtsettlementadvice.com is a matchmaker in the debt settlement industry. They have paired up thousands of consumers up with debt settlement companies who are most likely to get consumers the best deal. http://www.freedebtsettlementadvice.com

If It’s FREE, Why Do I Need A Credit Card?

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Have you ever gone to a website, and the headline says you get this fantastic software or eBook for FREE that will change your life or make you rich. But, then I scroll immediately to the bottom of the site before reading it, to find the cost. And what do I see? A mastercard or visa logo.

WHY? If it’s free, then why do they want to charge me?

 The reasons are several. It’s a very clever (misleading?) marketing gimmick. They want to grab your attention, and to make sure you read the message (ad). Though I’m not alone in scrolling to the end to see the price. If it’s out of my budget, what’s the point of reading it? If they are charging  $197 or $297 or up, forget it. And watching for the recurring charges, like $30, $50 or $70/mo thereafter. I’m not about to spend that amount of money, and most newbies can’t afford it. When getting started in this business, you have to watch the nickels and dimes. It may be worth it, but that is secondary.

It normally works this way. The ad tells you (hype?) about the product or service. Then repeats its FREE, but there is a $5.95, $6.95 or $7.95 handling charge for the product. Of course you then need the credit card to pay for that. Then they say first 30 days (more or less) are free, then your credit card will be billed the full amount unless you cancel first. Kind of like the magazines use. They call it negative options. They give you first issue FREE, then charge you unless you cancel.

If you really want the product, no problem. It’s handled for you. But if you don’t want it, you have to call or submit an email request to cancel. There is the rub. Sometimes they charge your account anyway, and then after you complain,  say you were late, or there was some mix-up, and they will then stop billing. I had one company send me 10 CDs through the USPS for the normal $7.95 S&H. and would bill me $59.95 per month after 30 days. After listening to the CDs, I decided I didn’t want the service, so I called them to cancel. They said no problem, just send the CDs back. Which I did. Sent UPS insured.

Guess what? Yes, $59.95 appeared on my credit card next month. I called  again, they said they would credit it. But the $59.95 appeared  on the next 3 months statements as well, all the while I’m trying to cancel. After 5 months, and sending a certified letter returned receipt requested, threatening to report to postal authorities (postal fraud), the attorney general’s office and the FTC, they called and finally agreed to cancel all 4 of the charges. Finally, that following month, the 4 charges were deleted. But what a hassle.

Many of these companies I think are hoping you will forget and not cancel. Many people do not check their credit statements each month. That is a mistake. It’s important to check every month. I even check online every 2 weeks. I keep my credit statements in a 3 ring binder, after punching the holes. That ways its easy to check previous months to see if the charges were credited as promised.

These problems do not just occur on the Internet. I was listening to the radio late one  evening while traveling in my car.  There was a 30 minute info-mercial. They advertised a free sample. So I called on my cell phone, and they asked for my credit card. It was to pay for the shipping charges of the pills, $7.95. And then they would bill me $50 or so each month after the 30 days. But that was not in the radio commercial. So again, they advertise FREE, but you still need the credit card. Now once they have the card, they will ship your product every month and charge it. Needless to say, I didn’t order.

Now most of these companies are legit, and have a legit product.  But it opens the door to scammers who can do the same, and once getting your credit card number, watch out. That’s why it’s important to check your credit card statements, at least each month. The credit card companies aren’t much help in this either. They don’t want to be bothered. They want you to contact the merchant and work things out. But how do you do that with  a scam artist?

Bill Lyman PhotoAbout Author
I live in West Palm Beach FL area. Love the idea of forums, blogs and articles, so I can share and learn. Check out my blog at http://scamguard.typepad.com. It could save you thousands.

Obama’s Stimulus Money And How it Can Help You Eliminate Credit Card Debt

Sunday, July 25th, 2010

Obama’s stimulus money has been offered to credit card issuers, financial institutions and big time lenders. How will it help you get rid of your debts? The money has been provided under the implicit understanding that the credit card issuers shall provide a fair deal to their customers. Further, Obama’s stimulus has created an environment where credit card issuers stand to gain more by getting rid of those borrowers who are not in a position to pay their debts on time. Rather than initiating litigation or pushing them towards bankruptcy, the stimulus money is used to simply get rid of debts by offering big discounts.

Riding on the confidence that Obama’s stimulus money has provided to the economy, credit card issuers are taking up those debts above ten thousand dollars and due for many months. The issuers are offering a waiver of up to 50% to 60% of the debt amount. This translates into a $4000 repayment on a $10000 loan. Such settlements were common in the past as well. However, creditors are not just ready to offer a waiver but are ready to accept repayment of the remaining amount in installments. This generosity must be credited to the presence of Obama’s stimulus money in the market.

Deal through a debt settlement company and open an escrow account where you will deposit money on a regular basis. You will have to make repayments until the settled loan amount has been cleared. The generous terms of settlement shall be available as long as Obama’s stimulus money is circulating in the market. Once the economy improves, the government shall withdraw its stimulus plan. Once the issuers lose the support of Obama’s stimulus money, they may not be so keen on providing huge waivers. What is more, once the economy improves and the number of bankruptcies comes down, credit card issuers may not think twice of pushing a borrower towards bankruptcy if they feel this will help them get a full repayment. As on date, taking such a risk is neither feasible, nor advisable for credit card issuers.

If you are currently experiencing short term cash flow problems and are in need of quick cash then you will obviously want to get the best deal. I would strongly discourage you from going directly to a particular payday lender as you never really know if you are getting the best rate. Instead, the most efficient way to receive multiple quotes and get the best deal on your short term loan, is to utilize a multiple lender website that is affiliated with several payday lending companies. These websites will make the payday loan companies compete over your loan and therefore you are able to choose the one that was able to offer you the best deal. Going through a multiple lender website will save you time and money and they have consistently offered consumers the best market rate available. They are free to use and are by far the most convenient method to get quick cash.

About Author
freedebtsettlementadvice.com is a matchmaker in the debt settlement industry. They have paired up thousands of consumers up with debt settlement companies who are most likely to get consumers the best deal. http://www.freedebtsettlementadvice.com

If It’s FREE, Why Do I Need A Credit Card?

Sunday, July 25th, 2010

Have you ever gone to a website, and the headline says you get this fantastic software or eBook for FREE that will change your life or make you rich. But, then I scroll immediately to the bottom of the site before reading it, to find the cost. And what do I see? A mastercard or visa logo.

WHY? If it’s free, then why do they want to charge me?

 The reasons are several. It’s a very clever (misleading?) marketing gimmick. They want to grab your attention, and to make sure you read the message (ad). Though I’m not alone in scrolling to the end to see the price. If it’s out of my budget, what’s the point of reading it? If they are charging  $197 or $297 or up, forget it. And watching for the recurring charges, like $30, $50 or $70/mo thereafter. I’m not about to spend that amount of money, and most newbies can’t afford it. When getting started in this business, you have to watch the nickels and dimes. It may be worth it, but that is secondary.

It normally works this way. The ad tells you (hype?) about the product or service. Then repeats its FREE, but there is a $5.95, $6.95 or $7.95 handling charge for the product. Of course you then need the credit card to pay for that. Then they say first 30 days (more or less) are free, then your credit card will be billed the full amount unless you cancel first. Kind of like the magazines use. They call it negative options. They give you first issue FREE, then charge you unless you cancel.

If you really want the product, no problem. It’s handled for you. But if you don’t want it, you have to call or submit an email request to cancel. There is the rub. Sometimes they charge your account anyway, and then after you complain,  say you were late, or there was some mix-up, and they will then stop billing. I had one company send me 10 CDs through the USPS for the normal $7.95 S&H. and would bill me $59.95 per month after 30 days. After listening to the CDs, I decided I didn’t want the service, so I called them to cancel. They said no problem, just send the CDs back. Which I did. Sent UPS insured.

Guess what? Yes, $59.95 appeared on my credit card next month. I called  again, they said they would credit it. But the $59.95 appeared  on the next 3 months statements as well, all the while I’m trying to cancel. After 5 months, and sending a certified letter returned receipt requested, threatening to report to postal authorities (postal fraud), the attorney general’s office and the FTC, they called and finally agreed to cancel all 4 of the charges. Finally, that following month, the 4 charges were deleted. But what a hassle.

Many of these companies I think are hoping you will forget and not cancel. Many people do not check their credit statements each month. That is a mistake. It’s important to check every month. I even check online every 2 weeks. I keep my credit statements in a 3 ring binder, after punching the holes. That ways its easy to check previous months to see if the charges were credited as promised.

These problems do not just occur on the Internet. I was listening to the radio late one  evening while traveling in my car.  There was a 30 minute info-mercial. They advertised a free sample. So I called on my cell phone, and they asked for my credit card. It was to pay for the shipping charges of the pills, $7.95. And then they would bill me $50 or so each month after the 30 days. But that was not in the radio commercial. So again, they advertise FREE, but you still need the credit card. Now once they have the card, they will ship your product every month and charge it. Needless to say, I didn’t order.

Now most of these companies are legit, and have a legit product.  But it opens the door to scammers who can do the same, and once getting your credit card number, watch out. That’s why it’s important to check your credit card statements, at least each month. The credit card companies aren’t much help in this either. They don’t want to be bothered. They want you to contact the merchant and work things out. But how do you do that with  a scam artist?

Bill Lyman PhotoAbout Author
I live in West Palm Beach FL area. Love the idea of forums, blogs and articles, so I can share and learn. Check out my blog at http://scamguard.typepad.com. It could save you thousands.

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