Neil Averitt commentary: The pushback on convenience, resort and junk fees

Washington, D.C. (March 14, 2023) -- Unexpected, surreptitious fees in retail transactions — additions like “convenience fees” and “resort fees” — have proliferated wildly over the past 30 years. When they aren’t clearly disclosed at the start of a transaction, their omission can deceive consumers and distort the purchase decision. Now these fees are facing serious pushback from the Federal Trade Commission. This cause is likely to have popular support and staying power....

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