Seattle >Antiques and Collectibles

If you are as oblivious as I am when shopping in Seattle, than you can use all of the help you can get. The FCIC loves people like us, we're like wet cement that they can put their boot in and sign their name into.

The Federal Citizen Information Center (FCIC) has collected information from federal agencies and various consumer organizations to help you make smart choices and avoid scams when making a purchase. For more information, please consult the following links:

• General buying tips to use before making a purchase.
  • Provides a checklist for you to consult in order to avoid problems and make better decisions before you buy.
• Tips on service contracts and extended warranties.
  • Provides a list of questions to ask before you agree to a service contract or an extended warranty.
• Tips on what to do after a purchase has been made.
  • Provides steps that will help you avoid, as well as deal with, any problems that might arise after you buy.

You may also wish to view information on product recalls.