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a Ruse?

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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?

bullet.gif (154 bytes) Ask neighbors, family, friends, and co-workers to recommend florists.
bullet.gif (154 bytes) Deal only with florists that list a street address with their phone number.
bullet.gif (154 bytes) Ask the florist for directions to the shop. If they hesitate or refuse, consider this a red flag.
bullet.gif (154 bytes) 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.
bullet.gif (154 bytes) Check out the florist you're considering with the local Better Business Bureau and consumer protection officials.

For more information check out:

Petal Pushers: Is Your 'Local' Florist Really Long Distance?
 

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