the cancellation policy. And always review your monthly
statements for charges you don’t recognize.
9
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If You Spot a
Scam...
Tell someone — then tell the FTC:
can take weeks. If a check you deposit turns out to be a
fake, you’re responsible for repaying the bank.
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