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Tips when Shopping for Goods

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10 Things Every Consumer Should Know
Back-to-School Shopping
Children's Toys
Electronics
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Holiday Shopping
Micromobility Devices and Lithium-Ion Batteries
Price Gouging
Refund Policies
Shopping at the Supermarket
Buying a Used Car?


10 Things Every Consumer Should Know

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Back-to-School Shopping

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Children's Toys

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Electronics

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Furniture Stores

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Gas Stations

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Holiday Shopping

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Micromobility Devices and Lithium-Ion Batteries

Uncertified devices can be dangerous. Learn more about the certifications and labels that businesses are required to post.

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Price Gouging

During a State of Emergency in the City of New York, it is illegal for businesses to charge excessive prices for goods or services that are essential to health, safety or welfare. Learn more about price gouging.

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Refund Policies

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Shopping at the Supermarket

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Obtener Consejos: Ir de Compras al Supermercado (Spanish)

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Buying a Used Car?

Get tips when buying a used car

Beware of buying flood-damaged cars

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