FTC lays out new rule that could end hidden fees
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FTC is working to make businesses present upfront costs.

FTC lays out new rule that could end hidden fees | The agency is proposing a new rule that could require businesses, from hotels to ticket sellers, to provide clear disclosures on costs and whether…::The US Federal Trade Commission is proposing a new rule known as the Trade Regulation Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees that it hopes will stop businesses from charging consumers hidden fees.

  • uis@lemmy.worldEnglish
    1·
    1 year ago

    It seems quite the stretch to think people would buy more cars because tax is included in the price of gasoline.

    In what shop would you go? In one that charges listed price or one that charges more?

    • eric@lemmy.worldEnglish
      5·
      1 year ago

      Most people would go to the one with the cheaper posted price but with hidden fees than the one with the more expensive all inclusive price. Market data shows this tactic works, and the fact of the matter is that people are consistently fooled into paying higher prices because of hidden fees.

      Why else would most companies consistently hide fees rather than be transparent unless it positively affects their bottom line?