AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoData Breach: A Florida Department of Education financial-aid website breach may have exposed personal information, including Social Security numbers, belonging to 4.9 million people. The department says financial aid was not affected. Contractor Scam: A Pinellas County woman is accused of posing as a licensed contractor and taking $5,000 for work that never began. Check licenses and get written estimates before paying. Pricing Claims: Florida has joined a multistate lawsuit accusing Dollar General of charging shoppers more than advertised prices; the FTC and states are also targeting Toast over alleged hidden fees and cancellation hurdles. Property Taxes: Voters approved Amendment 3, which increases the homestead exemption, but local governments may raise fees or cut services to offset lost tax revenue. Product Recalls: Consumers should check notices for recalled Brad’s Kale Chips over possible thallium and Wise Wife ground cinnamon over elevated lead.
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