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Consumer Alert: What You Can Do to Protect Yourself from Getting 2025

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The document is a consumer alert issued by Wayne S. Bell, Chief Counsel of the California Department of Real Estate, warning individuals about ongoing real estate and mortgage relief scams. It emphasizes the need for vigilance among consumers, particularly during economic downturns when scammers exploit vulnerable individuals. The alert provides practical advice on how to avoid falling victim to these scams, including verifying the credentials of service providers, asking specific questions, and recognizing red flags that indicate potential fraud. The conclusion stresses the importance of skepticism and due diligence when seeking assistance in real estate and mortgage matters.

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What protection does a consumer have?

Businesses have responsibilities to protect consumers, including recalling unsafe products. Consumers should watch out for scams, as anyone can be a victim. A scam is a way of tricking people into handing over money or personal details. Not all businesses are legitimate or trustworthy.

What are the possible ways consumers can protect themselves?

Guard Your Personal Information Never give personal information by phone, Internet or mail unless you initiate the contact. Be careful about sharing personal information and dont give out more than you need to. Shield your PIN, and never lend cards. Immediately report missing credit or debit cards.

How can you protect yourself as a consumer?

Your consumer rights The bill of rights outlines how the Consumer Protection Act: ensures consumers are informed about products, services and transactions. keeps consumers safe from unfair business practices. gives access to a remedy when harmed.

How are you protected as a consumer?

The FTCs Bureau of Consumer Protection stops unfair, deceptive and fraudulent business practices by collecting reports from consumers and conducting investigations, suing companies and people that break the law, developing rules to maintain a fair marketplace, and educating consumers and businesses about their rights

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