Hidden Charges

Spotted the item you want at an amazing price? Proceed with caution, warns Jasmine. Low advertised offers lure you in, then unexpected charges can catch you by surprise. Added VAT, booking fees, excessive and unfair postage and delivery charges are common tactics.

◆ Pause before you pay: check the total price for any additional or unexpected costs at the checkout.

◆ Compare the updated price by shopping around again. Companies bank on our apathy.