This edition includes the latest Tweets from our Consumer Watch Team. We are watching the actions of the Senate and House regarding vacation rental bill, timeshare scams, what timeshares really cost and Robo Calls. Follow us on Twitter for the latest.
Timeshare and Vacation Rental News:
In Florida – Senate and House actions mean vacation rental bill is running into headwinds and not likely to pass this session. https://t.co/RvjtFr5iOB #ErnieBach #SilverHairLegislature
— Finn Law Group (@FinnLawGroup) April 11, 2019
Impersonating a real estate broker and misleading #timeshare owners puts St. Pete man in Prison along with others connected and gains nearly one million in restitution to be paid back to victims. https://t.co/RluDXO5DZm #Telemarketing
— Finn Law Group (@FinnLawGroup) April 11, 2019
Just watched a really informative podcast video at The Money Guy Show. It provides some hands on experience using the #vacation product and insight into the actual costs of owning a #Timeshare – Watch it below @MoneyGuyPodcast https://t.co/xAETtudpbk
— Finn Law Group (@FinnLawGroup) April 10, 2019
Consumer Protection News:
Here is the Key Phrase: "Be wary of requests for payment by wire transfer or prepaid debit cards." – There is little, to no chance of recovery if your money goes down a one way path. #ConsumerProtection @BBBGreatEastTN #Timeshare #TravelClubs #VacationRentalScams https://t.co/UpZazHuNQq
— Finn Law Group (@FinnLawGroup) April 10, 2019
Sharing some #tips from the BBB today on #RoboCalls – We continue to blast these groups on social media because they are simply criminal. Massive telephone solicitation is the #1 consumer complaint to state and federal agencies and typically targets unsuspecting #Seniors. https://t.co/005EnezlA8
— Finn Law Group (@FinnLawGroup) April 10, 2019