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NEWS RELEASE: FTC and Utah Division of Consumer Protection Suit Leads to Largest Consumer Settlement in Utah History

May 22, 2023
Real estate investment programs and endorsers ordered to pay $16.7 million  SALT LAKE CITY, UT – The Federal Trade Commission...
2023
Department of Commerce
Division of Consumer Protection
News and Press Releases
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NEWS RELEASE: Governor Cox Signs Bill for Utility Assistance for Low-Income Utahns

March 22, 2023
Utahns can apply now SALT LAKE CITY – Utahns most vulnerable to energy price spikes and inflation will now receive...
Commerce Administration
Department of Commerce
Division of Public Utilities
News and Press Releases
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News Release: Be on the Lookout for Vacant Land Scams in Utah

December 7, 2022
SALT LAKE CITY (December 7, 2022) – The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Real Estate is urging land buyers...
2022
Department of Commerce
Division of Real Estate
News and Press Releases
Scams
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The W.I.S.E Consumer Checklist

November 21, 2022
As much as we want to help all consumers who have problems in the marketplace, the reality is that the...
Department of Commerce
Division of Consumer Protection
Scams
Tips & Advice
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What Happens When You File a Complaint with the Division of Real Estate?

October 21, 2022
Filing a Complaint Making a phone call to the Division of Real Estate is not a “quick fix” or a...
Department of Commerce
Division of Real Estate
Tips & Advice
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Investigate & Do Your Research Before Donating to a Charity

October 14, 2022
It might be news coverage of a recent disaster, a well-timed solicitation, or a naturally generous attitude; regardless of the...
Department of Commerce
Division of Consumer Protection
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Targeted Advertising: Research Before You Buy

October 5, 2022
Targeted advertising is a popular topic of online comment threads, memes, and a favorite punchline of late-night monologues. Your personal...
Department of Commerce
Division of Consumer Protection
Scams
Tips & Advice
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Stay Sharp to Avoid Scams and Deception

September 26, 2022
Clever scammers are effective at stealing peoples’ money and personal information. Some of their tactics might be widely known, but...
Department of Commerce
Division of Consumer Protection
Scams
Tips & Advice
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NEWS RELEASE: Utah, 34 States Reach $438.5 million Agreement with JUUL Labs

September 6, 2022
SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Department of Commerce and Attorney General Sean D. Reyes announced a $438.5 million agreement...
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