Difference between revisions of "Preventing Consumer Problems"
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When you buy something or hire someone, there are things you can do to reduce the risk of legal problems down the road. | When you buy something or hire someone, there are things you can do to reduce the risk of legal problems down the road. | ||
== Do your research == | == Do your research == | ||
If you’re buying a product, gather information on the product from credible sources. For example, if you’re buying a car, try the Canadian Black Book | If you’re buying a product, gather information on the product from credible sources. For example, if you’re buying a car, try the Canadian Black Book (www.canadianblackbook.com) or AutoTrader.ca to learn the average price of the vehicle models you are considering. | ||
Read reviews from trustworthy sources. Consumer Reports (www.consumerreports.org) is an independent, non-profit source of product reviews. | Read reviews from trustworthy sources. Consumer Reports (www.consumerreports.org) is an independent, non-profit source of product reviews. | ||
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== Have a contract== | == Have a contract== | ||
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Even when the law doesn’t say that you have to have a written contract, you should have one if you are exchanging something that is worth a substantial amount of money. For example, a written contract is a good idea if you are: | Even when the law doesn’t say that you have to have a written contract, you should have one if you are exchanging something that is worth a substantial amount of money. For example, a written contract is a good idea if you are: | ||
* buying or selling a car | * buying or selling a car | ||