Better Business Bureau has Tips for Stress-Free Shopping

By Mandy Billings Nov 28, 2024 | 4:47 AM

(Undated) – The Better Business Bureau is launching a Stress-free Shopping campaign before Black Friday. Communications VP Cinthya Lavin says you can avoid stress by reading the fine print.

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Lavin says do your research to avoid the fake merchandise peddled online and watch out for phishing scams.

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She says burn your plastic, not your cash.

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Go to BBB.org for more shopping tips.

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