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Consumer ConnectionSafe and Smart Holiday ShoppingIn this episode of Consumer Connection, host Michelle Escobar is joined by special guest Tracy Rezvani, Administrator at the Howard County Office of Consumer Protection, to share essential strategies for holiday shopping. Together, they discuss how to compare prices, handle returns, and avoid common pitfalls like scams that target shoppers during the holiday season. Tune in for expert tips on smart shopping and staying safe this holiday season! Helpful Links: • Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection:https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/OCP/ • Howard County Office of Consumer Protection: https://www.howardcountymd.gov/consume...
2024-12-0334 min
HoCo Community ChatHoCo Community Chat July 2023 - What is consumer protection and why do we need it?Regardless of age, race and culture anyone can be at risk for consumer scams, fraud and exploitation. Hear information about who is targeted and why... and it has nothing to do with intelligence. Our guests are our acting administrator of the Howard County Office on Aging and Independence, Ofelia Ott; the administrator of the Howard County Office of Consumer Protection, Tracy Rezvani; and, former Howard County police officer and founder of the Center for Elder Justice and Education, Andre Lingham.Send us a textVisit us at www.howardcountymd.gov/hococommunitychat, and follow us...
2023-07-1032 min
What's Happening MoCo?Consumer Protection Warns Residents to Beware of Certain Scams - ‘What’s Happening MoCo’ #37Send us a textThe latest episode of the “What’s Happening MoCo” podcast provides residents with information to identify and react to scams that are currently circulating. The episode features Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) Administrator Tracy Rezvani, who talks about “parking lot pirates,” unsolicited door knockers and COVID-19 scammers. Ms. Rezvani also discusses the limited protections of popular payment options such as Venmo, Cash App and debit cards.The on-demand video of the newest episode can be viewed via the What’s Happening MoCo Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WhatsHappeni...
2021-09-1629 min
What's Happening MoCo?What's Happening MoCo - Interview with Tracy Rezvani Consumer ProtectionSend us a textIn this episode, we talk with Tracy, an expert in consumer education and protection regarding scams, unlicensed vendors, phishing, and more. We talk about scams that you need to look out for and how to get help if you fall victim to a scam or unethical service provider.
2020-07-2926 min