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Mouse Print*-- Sometimes Shoppers Need to Know the Fine Print

MrConsumer has always counseled friends not to buy a mattress online because it is nuts to buy that important an item without trying it in a store. Well, MrConsumer is about to do the very thing he has advised against. But, he needed the fine print specifications of the contents of the mattress to make as informed a decision as possible. You'd think he was asking for the nuclear codes. That story is in Mouse Print* this week.

What Products Could Cost More Because of the New Tariffs?

New tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China go into effect on Tuesday this week. Many believe this will cause prices to rise. What products are likely to cost more? The Fox digital team cites 10 categories of goods, including cars, gasoline, produce, smartphones and laptops, home appliances, construction material and more.

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What Cities Have the Most/Fewest Scam Victims?

Using consumer complaints, fraud, and identify theft data, All About Cookies came up with maps depicting the "scammiest cities" and the safest cities for digital crimes. See where various cities around the country fall on their list.

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Consumer Alert

Beware Pop-up Auction Misrepresentations

In this two-part investigative story, veteran CBS Chicago consumer reporter Dorothy Tucker investigates those auctions you see advertised on road signs claiming it's a government auction of forfeited goods, etc. They often promise works by famous artists or other valuable possessions. Meet some of the people who were victimized. Find out who's running the auctions and if they are properly licensed. (Print version.)

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