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Williams-Sonoma: Made in the USA?

Jim Kreidler

When we’re deciding between buying two products, if one product says, “Made in the USA,” does that influence how we make our decision?

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FTC: Detox tea claims are hard to swallow

Colleen Tressler

Looking to improve your health or lose a few pounds? Maybe detox teas promoted by celebrities on social media have caught your eye.

Consumer Alert

Bogus advertisement offers target small businesses

Rosario Mendez

Lots of small businesses need to advertise locally. So, if someone told your business that it could advertise through well-known local firms or organizations, that might interest you.

Consumer Alert

FTC videos: Rated “P” for People

Colleen Tressler

Videos from the Federal Trade Commission offer practical, useful, and memorable messages that can save you money, time, and aggravation. And they’re free.

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FTC reaches settlement with anti-aging pill seller

Colleen Tressler

If you remember nothing else from this blog post, remember this: sellers that peddle cures must have scientific proof to back up their claims. The FTC takes action when they don’t.

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That attorney’s ad might be bad for your health

Colleen Tressler

You see the ads on TV, hear them on the radio, or read them in print and online: attorneys telling you about the dangers of certain prescription drugs.