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1Bait and switch MWThe fraudulent practice of advertising and luring consumers to a store with promised products or services that then appear to be unavailable and replaced with higher priced items
2Bandwagon MWTrend that gains popularity and demand of products
3Better Business Bureau (BBB) MWgathers and reports information on business/service reliability and alerts and informs the public of its findings. Consumers can also file complaints with the BBB.
4Brand loyalty MWConsumers become committed to a certain brand and make repeat purchases over time. Loyal customers will consistently purchase products from their preferred brands, regardless of convenience or price.
5Bundle Plan MWA pricing plan that combines two or more utilities that offers savings for the consumer (i.e. cable + internet + phone with same company)
6Commerce MWagency to further the interest of the local business
7Conserve MWto save or reduce
8Cost per Wear/Use MWdivide total cost of item or service by how often it is used or worn to determine the true cost effectiveness of this purchase
9Electronic messaging MWAdvertising through the use of unsolicited texts, emails, and banners on web pages
10Energy Guide Label MWYellow sticker, required by law, which allows a consumer to compare the yearly cost to operate an appliance.
11Energy Star Label MWgovernment backed green and blue logo that shows outstanding energy efficiency.
12Extended warranty MWA warranty that is purchased and extends beyond the basic warranty usually giving more time and more coverage.
13Federal Trade Commission MWis an independent agency of the United States government, with a mission to promote consumer protection and eliminate and prevent monopolies.
14Food & Drug Administration MWresponsible for protecting the health of the public in the following areas: food, drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, tobacco, animal products
15Full warranty MWCovers all parts of a product but may have time limitations. The warrant is not valid for normal wear and tear or consumer misuse.
16Home owner's insurance MWRequired coverage that provides protection for your residence and its associated financial risks, such as damage to personal property and injuries to others.
17Implied warranty MWA warranty that is not written but is implied that a product sold functions as it is intended
18Limited warranty MWA warranty that covers part of a product but not all. Example: might cover parts but not labor.
19Loss Leader MWA product or service sold at a substantial discount in order to generate additional sales
20Phishing MWsending an electronic message falsely claiming to be a legitimate business for the purpose of gaining personal or financial information
21Pop-ups MWa new web browser window that displays advertisements
22Predatory practices/lending MWWhen lenders conduct business in ways that are deceptive. They may use several fraudulent, deceptive, or discriminatory methods, to lure the consumer into practice that could lead to financial ruin.
23Redress MWmoney or other benefits that a consumer receives as fair compensation for a company’s mistake for remedy for wrong or loss
24Renter's insurance MWA type of insurance that covers the loss of a tenant's personal property as a result of damage or theft. A landlord's insurance does not cover a tenant's possessions.
25Rewards MWItems or perks that are earned by your purchasing history
26SPAM MWAdvertising messages received over e-mail or electronic messaging system that is unwanted
27Testimonials MWStories told by happy consumers about a product or service that may influence others
28Utilities MWCost of running a home either rented or owned. Examples include: electricity, water, gas, and trash.