Hidden fees are on the rise and killing budgets everywhere - NPR
Jul 27, 2023 · Hidden fees or "junk fees" are on the rise, as companies work to bring in more money while keeping prices looking low. U.S. consumers pay more than $65 billion in fees each year.
How to Avoid 7 Hidden Fees - Consumer Reports
Feb 1, 2024 · Consumer Reports tells you how to avoid seven hidden fees tacked onto food deliveries, hotel rooms, airplane tickets, and more.
Statement from President Joe Biden on the FTC Banning Hidden Junk Fees
Dec 17, 2024 · We all know the experience of encountering a hidden fee at the very last stage of check out—these junk fees sneak onto your bill and companies end up making you pay more because they can.
Protect Yourself From Hidden Fees - Consumer Reports
May 29, 2019 · Consumer Reports shows you how to protect yourself from hidden fees, as cable TV and cell-phone providers, utilities, airlines, and more pile on more fees that result in higher bills for...
F.T.C. Sues Largest U.S. Apartment Landlord Over Hidden Fees
1 day ago · The F.T.C. has been scrutinizing hidden fees more broadly, across industries. Last month, it issued a final rule against hidden fees, requiring upfront disclosures of total prices for hotels ...
Hidden Fees You Had No Idea You Were Paying - Reader's Digest
Sep 16, 2024 · We rounded up a few common hidden fees you may not have realized you were paying with the best tips from financial experts on how to avoid them.
23 ways to avoid hidden fees and costs | Fidelity - Fidelity Investments
Aug 22, 2024 · Small costs like bank fees and treat-yourself splurges can add up over time—and cause serious budget leaks. You could curb your expenses by snagging freebies around town or through your employer. Shopping around and planning ahead are other simple ways to …
The Rising Cost of Hidden ‘Junk’ Fees - AARP
Dec 27, 2022 · The Biden administration asked federal agencies to find ways to reduce or eliminate hidden fees, charges and add-ons for everything from banking services and cable and internet bills to airline and concert tickets.
Billions In Hidden Fees Could Disappear With New Ban | Kiplinger
Oct 19, 2023 · Hidden Fees Cost Americans Billions — New Proposal Could Stop That. A proposed junk fee ban from the FTC could save Americans billions of dollars, if it goes through. Here's what's at stake.
BBB Tip: How to detect hidden fees in a hidden cost economy
Dec 17, 2024 · Learn how to spot and avoid hidden fees when traveling by reading the BBB Tip: Avoid hidden fees when booking your next trip. Read more about keeping costs down during inflation. If you feel...