With the economy still stuck in limbo, many people have been looking for a way to save money and cut back where they can. Couponing has had a boost in popularity lately, and deal websites like Groupon and Living Social have been thriving. Along with these trends, people have been increasingly signing up for free trial offers. “Try before you buy” has allowed many consumers to give a product or service a test drive before purchasing. As sweet as that sounds, the FTC has some concerns and want you to be aware of potential scammers, taking advantage of you.
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