a rose is a rose is...
a Ruse?
Some unscrupulous
telemarketing firms are posing as local florists, charging you higher fees and taking away
business from legitimate florists in your town.
How can you be sure you're using a legitimate local
florist when you order your next pot of posies?
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Ask neighbors, family,
friends, and co-workers to recommend florists. |
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Deal only with florists
that list a street address with their phone number. |
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Ask the florist for
directions to the shop. If they hesitate or refuse, consider this a red flag. |
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Ask the florist to itemize
the charges. Most florists charge a delivery fee and sales tax in the state where the
order is being taken, in addition to the price of the arrangement. |
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Check out the florist
you're considering with the local Better Business Bureau and consumer protection
officials. |
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For more information check out:
Petal Pushers: Is Your 'Local' Florist Really Long
Distance?
Produced in cooperation with FTD
Association |