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The Division has created a monthly electronic newsletter for Florida consumers.  Within our newsletters you'll find tips on important consumer related issues and resources to find additional information. 

February 2010 - For most of us, the devastating effects of last month’s magnitude 7.0 earthquake in Haiti are almost unimaginable. More than at any time in its history, this impoverished island nation is in need of assistance. Nations from around the world are currently marshalling their volunteer resources and donating record amounts of money to the cause. None more so than the United States. But, as has been the case with so many disasters in the past, scam artists are quickly recognizing this as a major opportunity to divert some of that money into their own wallets. Learn more...

Archived Editions

2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010

2010

January 2010 - Foreclosure Relief Scams

2009

January 2009 - Sweepstakes Fraud / Foreign Lotteries
February 2009 - Florida Do Not Call list
March 2009 - Beware of Stimulus Package Scams
April 2009 - Rights Under the Florida Lemon Law
May 2009 - Skimming, Phishing, Dumpster Diving - Your Identity in Crisis
June 2009 - Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams
July 2009 - Door to Door Sales
August 2009 - Florida's Landlord/Tenant Law
September 2009 - The Division of Consumer Services
October 2009 - Pyramid schemes, Ponzi Schemes, and Multilevel Marketing Plans
November 2009 - H1N1 Scams
December 2009 - Gift Cards

2008

January 2008 - Joining a Health Studio, Make an Informed Decision
February 2008 - Phishing for Fraud
March 2008 - 2008 Economic Stimulus Payment
April 2008 - Travel Clubs, How to Avoid a Bad Deal
May 2008 - What to do When Facing Foreclosure
June 2008 - Telemarketing Fraud
July 2008 - Intrastate Moving, What you Should Know
August 2008 - Hurricane Safety Tips
September 2008 - Fraudulent Debt Collectors
October 2008 - Eco-Friendly Tips to Save You Money
November 2008 - Consumer Product Recalls
December 2008 - The Risks of Purchasing Gift Cards

2007

January 2007 - Game Promotions
February 2007 - The Purchase of Business Opportunities
March 2007 - Identity Theft: How to Avoid
April 2007 - International Telephone Return Call Scam
May 2007 - Fuel Economy and Gas Saving Tips
June 2007 - Investment Opportunities, Scam or Reward?
July 2007 - Credit and Debit Card Blocking
August 2007 - Gift Cards and Certificates
September 2007 - What is Skimming?
October 2007 - Pre-Approved Offers of Credit
November 2007 - Analog to Digital Television Conversion
December 2007 - Credit Card Responsibility

2006

January 2006 - Florida Lemon Law
February 2006 - Phishing Scams
March 2006 - Motor Vehicle Repair
April 2006 - Wildfire Prevention
May 2006 - Caller ID Spoofing
June 2006 - Hurricane Preparedness Tips
July 2006 - Credit Freeze
August 2006 - Foreign Lotteries
September 2006 - Junk Faxes
October 2006 - Division of Consumer Services Overview
November 2006 - Charitable Contributions
December 2006 - Gift Cards, What to Know Before you Buy

2005

January - Do Your Research Before Signing a Health Club Membership
February - Avoid Unwanted Sales Calls, Join the Florida Do Not Call list
March - Identity Theft
April - Travel Smart, Do your Homework
May - Automotive Financing, Get What You Pay For
June - Understanding Your Credit Report
July - Household Moving in Florida
August - Know Your Rights, Florida Landlord / Tenant Law
September - Portable Generator Safety
October - Travel Clubs, Scam or No Scam
November - Give the RIGHT Gift, Toy Safety
December - Be a Savvy Consumer, Holiday Shopping Tips

2004

November - Giving to Charity
December - Consumer Product Scanning

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