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Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The car buying process can often one that is among the most stressful of situations, between selecting the right car, figuring out payments, and of course, the stereotypical car salesman who will do most anything to “put you in a car today.”

Thursday, March 28, 2013  South Carolina's Department of Consumer Affairs is holding a twitter chat session to inform citizens about identitiy theft prevention.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges the community to beware of government grant scams.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012  Investors are receiving some of the money they entrusted with a South Carolina trio dubbed the "3 Hebrew Boys" currently serving decades in prison for an $80 million scam.

Thursday, April 26, 2012  Investors may soon be getting back some of the millions they entrusted with a South Carolina trio that is currently serving decades in prison for a scam.

Wednesday, November 09, 2011  As the holiday season gets closer, Midlands authorities are urging people to be mindful of scammers. Incidents of financial scams and identity theft tend to be higher this time of year and senior citizens are often the targets.

Friday, August 12, 2011  Richland County Councilman Seth Rose is used to hearing people's concerns; but even Rose wasn't prepared for the news he received at his home Thursday.

Thursday, July 14, 2011  Lillian Stewart knew something was suspicious when she received a check for $ 3,895.00 from Amazon.com

Wednesday, December 08, 2010  The Better Business Bureau and the Richland County Sherriff’s Department are warning holiday shoppers and donors to be on the lookout for common charity scams this season.

Monday, November 29, 2010  After a strong showing in stores over the Thanksgiving weekend, online retailers are pulling out their tricks of the trade to attract consumers.

Friday, March 12, 2010  Internet fraud dollars doubled last year; $560 million lost to online scams

Thursday, October 22, 2009  Swine flu swindles: From shampoo to germ zappers to fake Tamiflu, Internet scams are lurking

Tuesday, August 04, 2009  In the midst of back-to-school preparation, the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is warning parents and students about possible scams designed to take advantage of busy folks as they prepare for school.

Thursday, July 30, 2009  The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs says scholarship and student air scams are becoming a growing problem.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009  National Consumer Protection Week (March 2 - 8), several state and federal agencies and private sector partners are offering a Consumer Protection Workshop on Tuesday, March 3, 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., at the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs, 3600 Forest Drive, Columbia.