Beware of Free Sample Offers

Be careful when ordering “Free Product Samples”. Many people fall victim to the free trial scam. They order samples of skin or eye creams, herbal oils, vitamins or diet supplements, teeth whiteners, etc. and agree to pay a small shipping cost or one-time fee. Make sure to read the small print or you may be obligated to reoccurring monthly purchases. Usually, you have so many days to cancel after receiving the product. Many people who have fallen victim to this, have found that it is hard to recoup all of their charges. Make sure to document who you spoke to along with the date and time you called. Pay attention to your Checking Account Statement’s for multiple charges and possibly charges for different product company names that are usually affiliated with the original product company you ordered from. Call each number to cancel. (The phone numbers are usually listed with the Sample Charge on your statement). Forms may be available online to stop future charges.