6026, Report:
#6473
Posted Date:
Sep 02 2001
regencycamera.com scams
Hi,
I was looking for a digital camera with best prices online.
www.imaging-resource.com showed that regencycamera.com has
the lowest price.
I called regencycamera.com to check on the price and status of
SONY S75.
First Call:
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Q: Do you have a digical camera ...
Entity
Categories: Cameras & Video
6027, Report:
#6124
Posted Date:
Aug 10 2001
Lowestloan BAIT AND SWITCH Rip-off SCAM
We signed a good faith on 7-6-01 that shows an origination fee of $1012.50.
Lowestloan waited until the day of closing to present us with a higher origination fee of $1414.00
This is a difference of $401.50. They told us to take it or leave it.
Before the closing we had ...
Entity
Categories: Mortgage Companies
6028, Report:
#5843
Posted Date:
Jul 22 2001
Rip-offReport.com Home Repair Scams. Warning Signs: *EDitor's Tips to Avoid Scams
Home Repair Scams
Sooner or later every home needs repairs or improvements. Although some home improvement companies do good work, some do not. Dishonest companies only want to take your money, not repair your home. Many of these companies target older and low-income people. A ho...
Entity
Categories: Builders & Contractors
6029, Report:
#5383
Posted Date:
Jun 09 2001
Bigstep.com using bait and switch?
Back in October of 2000 I discovered a webhost called Bigstep.com that offered a free website (it included their banner on your site). They also had upgrade packages available at a cost to you whereby they would remove their banner. Ok that's fair. I designed three sites for friends...
Entity
Categories: Internet Services
6030, Report:
#4915
Posted Date:
Apr 13 2001
*CONSUMER ADVISE Know Your Carpet Dealer ..avoid the most common scams used in selling carpet !
THE SEVEN CARPET TRUTHS
If You Don't Know Carpet, Know Your Carpet Dealer
1. There is no such thing as free labor.
2. There is no such thing as an invisible seam.
3. There is no STAIN PROOF carpet.
4. There are no miracle fibers.
5. There is no such thing as a real ...
Entity
Categories: Carpet & Tile Stores
6031, Report:
#4693
Posted Date:
Mar 18 2001
Mega Tan Rip-off King Bill Groh opens Tanning Salon under another name after bilking thousands out of millions *UPDATE Now picketing Jet Power Tan, Plano Texas & Big Bear Tan Fountain Hills Arizona
Mega Tan Rip-off King Bill Groh opens another Tanning Salon under another name after bilking thousands out of millions from Texas to Arizona
Hey, I was another victim of that slime ball, bill Groh, his wife, employees, mega tan, big bear tan, a thief, a master liar, a horrific s...
Entity
Categories: Tanning Salons
6032, Report:
#4476
Posted Date:
Feb 17 2001
Progressive Insurance ripped us off
We were given a Auto Quote over telephone. We were told that they quote would not change.. We gave all necessary information regarding auto quote. We were told that this amount would not change. We paid 250.00 over the phone charged to our Credit Card. When we finally got the po...
Entity
Categories: Insurance Companies
6033, Report:
#4081
Posted Date:
Dec 25 2000
*Consumer Advocate Report ..Cars that run on Compressed Natural Gas or Propane can go KA---BOOM, easily.
Cars that run on Compressed Natural Gas or Propane can go KA---BOOM easily.
IS THIS PROGRAM IN YOUR STATE?
So you are in the market of buying a new car or truck that runs on Compressed Natural Gas or Propane can?
In Arizona our Governor Jane D. Hull Is not telling us everyt...
Entity
Categories: Government Corruption
6034, Report:
#2704
Posted Date:
Jul 20 2000
Wal-Mart, Presque Isle , Maine WALMART RIPOFF ARTISTS
I bought a pair of work boots from the Wal-Mart store in the town of Presque Isle, Maine. I got them in my normal size so I didnt try them on, that was my first mistake. I wore the boots a few days before I started to notice one of them was bothering my foot. After closer inspect...
Entity
Categories: Department & Outlet Stores
6035, Report:
#1767
Posted Date:
Mar 28 2000
Nissan Peeling Paint
I was so relieved to see your segment on The Early Show!!!
I have been so frustrated w/ a problem w/ my 1991 Nissan Truck. My truck is red & paint is peeling on hood & top. My husband has taken it to the dealership(where purchased)2-3 times to try & have the situation remedied, but...
Entity
Categories: Auto Dealer Repairs
6036, Report:
#1460
Posted Date:
Mar 03 2000
Rip-off Report Investigation: feel confident about doing business with Spencer's TV & Appliances - Spencer's has greatly enhanced their proactive approach in giving customers what they need, when they need it. One executive stated that they realize that assisting customers in selecting the best appliances for their home and budget is critical for the most important thing in every consumer's life (his or her home ) and they take great pride in being selected as the retailer to help customers achieve their dreams..*UPDATE: Rip-off Report Investigation: Spencer's TV & Appliances pledges commitment to complete customer satisfaction. Feel confident & secure when doing business with Spencer's TV & Applianc
Rip-off Report Investigation:
Spencer's TV & Appliances gets a POSITIVE RATING from Rip-off Report and is fulfilling its commitment to provide excellent customer service. Customers can feel confident and secure because Spencer's. Spencer's TV & Appliances is a proud member of Rip...
Entity
Categories: TVs & VCRs
6037, Report:
#1369
Posted Date:
Feb 23 2000
Wells Fargo charges fees on top of fees
I have had a checking account with wells fargo for a number of years. I loved the account, and the bank until the merger with Norwest. I dont have much money in my account, because I am a poor college student. I keep very good track of my records, and know exactly how much money ...
Entity
Categories: Banks
6038, Report:
#1267
Posted Date:
Feb 13 2000
Progressive Insurance??? More like Regressive Insurance!!! Car insurance rip-off
I am filing this report in order to prevent others from getting the shaft from Progressive like I did. I chose Progressive because they offered the lowest rates for car insurance, and now I know why.
A few months ago, another car swerved into my lane and caused a collision, des...
Entity
Categories: Car Insurance
6039, Report:
#1135
Posted Date:
Jan 14 2000
Consumer Affairs Commissioner Jules Polonetsky Short Circuits Electronics Giant for Illegal Return Policy DCA Commissioner Takes Enforcement Action Against CIRCUIT CITY ELECTRONICS
Consumer Affairs Commissioner Jules Polonetsky Short Circuits
Electronics Giant for Illegal Return Policy
DCA Commissioner Takes Enforcement Action Against Circuit City Electronics,
Demands Refunds For Consumers Socked With 15% 'Restocking Fee'
Circuit City Electronics -- th...
Entity
Categories: Audio & Electronic Retail Stores
6040, Report:
#1074
Posted Date:
Jan 05 2000
$175 amp head rip-off by Bob Loar
Bob Loar who's e-mail is [email protected] has ripped me off. I shipped him a tube amp head and got no trade or no $175 check, He also will not return any phone calls .
he is the lowest of the lows!!!!!!
Entity
Categories: Con Artists
6041, Report:
#516
Posted Date:
Nov 29 1999
Americas Service Station's DALLAS & HOUSTON - THE INSIDE SCOOP
I have inside knowledge of how this company operates and the
mandates from the president himself. This is an automotive repair company that has been doing business in Houston for approx. 10 years.
Recently they have expanded into the Dallas and Atlanta markets and plan to beco...
Entity
Categories: Auto Repair Service
6042, Report:
#607
Posted Date:
Nov 17 1999
Buying at SEARS ..Check the merchandise before leaving!
I bought a bike at Sears a while ago. I went to the merchandise
pickup and recieved the box with the bike in it. (Since I don't
have a car) I put the box on my shoulder and walked home.
While I was assembling the bike I noticed alot of unnessary pieces in there that served...
Entity
Categories: Department & Outlet Stores
6043, Report:
#862
Posted Date:
Nov 07 1999
interland.net does what ever they want and give no support
Watch out for the jerckies @ Interland http://www.interland.net
MY personal experience with Interland web hosting SUCKS they do not care about service and support.
They say 99.9% up-time guarantee (RIGHT!)or that month
is free They are down all the time... if you get mad at t...
Entity
Categories: Internet Services
6044, Report:
#861
Posted Date:
Oct 20 1999
interland.net does what ever they want and give no support
Watch out for the jerckies @ Interland http://www.interland.net
MY personal experience with Interland web hosting SUCKS they do not
care about service and support.
They say 99.9% up-time guarantee (RIGHT!)or that month
is free They are down all the time... if you get mad at th...
Entity
Categories: Internet Services
6045, Report:
#561
Posted Date:
Jul 06 1999
Thermal Seal
My wife and I just bought a Dominion home recently (See Dominion
land mines and FireBird Franzee) We decided to have Thermal Seal
build a new deck for usand they said that we would be enjoying our
deck for the fourth of July. Well, their price was steep but with
their lowest...
Entity
Categories: Builders & Contractors