Consumer Affairs, Department of - Archived Headlines
- Recent Fraud and Scams in SC
Wednesday, July 30, 2008 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs warns consumers about recent fraud and scams in the area.
- School Savings
Wednesday, July 30, 2008 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs provides tips for parents to save a few bucks on back-to-school shopping.
- Consumer Affairs End-of-the-Year Fiscal Report
Friday, July 18, 2008 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs recovers nearly $135 million for consumers and businesses during fiscal year 2007-2008.
- Mortgage Fraud Hotline Now Available to Consumers
Wednesday, June 11, 2008 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs and the South Carolina Attorney General have partnered together to provide another resource to stop mortgage fraud in the state.
- NCCI Case Settled
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - Consumer Advocate Elliott Elam announced that the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs has reached an agreement with NCCI regarding proposed rate increases.
- Consumer Affairs Warns About Medicare and Health-Related Scams
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - The Department of Consumer Affairs has received a number of calls concerning Medicare and health-related scams targeting seniors.
- Consumer Affairs Supports Mortgage Lending Bill
Friday, April 18, 2008 - The Department of Consumer Affairs supports a bill propsed to the Senate by Senator David Thomas that will regulate the mortgage industry more closely.
- Identity Theft Bill
Friday, April 18, 2008 - The Department of Consumer Affairs will help enforce one of the most comprehensive identity theft protection bills in the nation.
- Media Advisory - Florence Opening
Wednesday, April 09, 2008 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs announces the grand opening of a Florence satellite location.
- 2008 Consumer Spirit Awards Ceremony
Wednesday, February 27, 2008 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs honored recipients of the annual Consumer Spirit Awards at a ceremony in the statehouse rotunda today.
- Consumer Affairs Issues Critical Warning About Tax Rebate Scam
Monday, January 28, 2008 - The Department of Consumer Affairs is warning consumers about a new tax rebate scam using President Bush's economic stimulus package to obtain consumer's personal information.
- Consumer Affairs Issues Health/Safety Warning
Monday, October 29, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is warning consumers about illegal buying and selling of cosmetic contact lens.
- Consumer Affairs Opens Greenwood Office
Monday, October 29, 2007 - The Department of Consumer Affairs has opened another satellite office to serve the community of Greenwood.
- Newberry Satellite Office Opens
Monday, October 29, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is opening yet another satellite office in order to reach the growing community of Newberry.
- Department of Consumer Affairs End of Fiscal Year Report
Monday, August 06, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs has recovered record numbers in fees and refunds on behalf of SC consumers for the 2006-2007 fiscal year.
- SCDCA Presents "Homebuying 101" for Consumers
Tuesday, June 05, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs will present a free one-day conference for prospective homebuyers.
- SCDCA Presents 2007 Consumer Spirit Awards
Tuesday, May 29, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs presented recipients of 2007 Consumer Spirit Awards their medallions at the Statehouse.
- Over $700,000 Recovered for South Carolina Consumers from Debt Settlement Company
Tuesday, May 15, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs has recovered over $700,000 for consumers from a Texas debt settlement company.
- Consumer Affairs Warns About Meat Scam
Wednesday, April 04, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs warns consumers about reports of meat scams.
- Consumer Affairs Sponsors Shred Day
Monday, March 19, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs will sponsor its 2nd Annual Shred Day at the Department on Tuesday, March 20.
- Consumer Affairs Releases 2006 Reports
Monday, March 19, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs announces the release of two reports on mortgage fraud and credit counseling at a press conference.
- After Hours Panel To Discuss Payday Lending, Title Lending and Mortgage Scams
Thursday, February 22, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs will host a panel discussion for consumers about pertinent lending and mortgage issues across the state.
- SCDCA Sponsors National Consumer Protection Month
Tuesday, February 13, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is encouraging everyone to read up and reach out about consumer protection this month.
- Don't Let Physical Fitness Contracts Work You Over
Thursday, February 08, 2007 - SCDCA warns consumers about entering a physical fitness contract that may be difficult and expensive to leave.
- Consumer Affairs Recovers $142,000 in Refunds for Consumers
Monday, February 05, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is recovering over $142,000 in consumer refunds from Clean Credit USA.
- Special "After Hours" Session To Discuss Tax Scams and Refunds
Monday, February 05, 2007 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs' 2007 "After Hours" sessions will begin with afternoon and evening presentations on tax scams and rapid refunds.
- LIFESMARTS ONLINE COMPETITION STILL OPEN TO STUDENTS
Wednesday, January 17, 2007 - SCDCA hosts an annual competition that tests students’ knowledge on consumer issues.
- THE TRUTH ABOUT TAX REFUND ANTICIPATION LOANS
Wednesday, January 17, 2007 - SCDCA warns consumers about obtaining rapid refund anticipation loans.
- SCDCA REFUNDS $19,000 TO CONSUMERS
Monday, December 18, 2006 - The Department of Consumer Affairs refunds $19,000 to South Carolina consumers.
- SCDCA RECOVERS MONEY FOR CONSUMERS
Monday, December 18, 2006 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) has been working to recover consumers’ money and prevent dishonest credit counseling practices.
- Online Shopping Scams
Monday, December 18, 2006 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs warns consumers about potential Online Shopping Scams.
- Holiday Gift Card Scam
Monday, December 18, 2006 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs warns consumers about potential Gift Card Scam.
- 2007 CONSUMER SPIRIT AWARD DEADLINE EXTENDED
Monday, December 18, 2006 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs seach for individuals and organizations that empower South Carolinians through consumer protection and education initiatives deadline has been extended.
- 2007 CONSUMER SPIRIT AWARDS NOMINATIONS
Thursday, November 16, 2006 - The Department of Consumer Affairs is looking for South Carolinians that empower consumers through consumer protection and education initiatives.
- New Commissioner Appointed To Comission On Consumer Affairs
Monday, July 10, 2006 - South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs, announced that Carole C. Wells of Woodruff, SC has been appointed to the Commission on Consumer Affairs.
- SC Dept. of Consumer Affairs Presents Credit Counseling: After Hours
Thursday, June 15, 2006 - A seminar designed to inform consumers on credit counseling, debt managers, debt settlers, and credit repair businesses.
- STOP MORTGAGE FRAUD: A CALL TO ACTION SYMPOSIUM IN SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Thursday, June 15, 2006 - The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs, in a collaborative effort with other agencies and regulators are sponsoring a free symposium on how to identify and stop mortgage fraud.
- COLUMBIA'S FIRST SHRED DAY
Friday, May 26, 2006