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Complaint Review: Grant Search CenterTM (aka) Paid Surveys DatabaseTM (aka) The RSS Publishing Team. - Las Vegas Nevada

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  • Grant Search CenterTM (aka) Paid Surveys DatabaseTM (aka) The RSS Publishing Team. 2232 South Nellis Blvd., Suite G3 #339 Las Vegas, Nevada U.S.A.

Grant Search Center (aka) Paid Surveys Database (aka) The RSS Publishing Team. Unauthorized charges cleaned my rainy days account and they said they won't refund my money back. Las Vegas Nevada *EDitor's Suggestions on how to get your money back into your bank account that someone wrongfully takes it from you!

*UPDATE Employee: Supervisor

*Consumer Comment: READ THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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I order one grants information disc, they told me that I was going to get this disk for $1.98 and then they charged my debit card $59.95 and a week later there is charge of $17.45 for a subscription fee and they keep repiting the same cycle of unauthorized charges until the little money I had was gone. $139.33 may not be a lot of money to some people but to a total disable vet with a family of 5 on a fix income its a lot, this is what buys milk,bread, cereal, eggs and more until the next disability check comes in.

I called the company to question this charges and to ask for a refund of my money but the young man on the phone was very rude, I went on telling him that this was a ripoff that I did not even get an email with a confirmation number and that I did not authorize the charges and that this must be illegal, his answer was that they did not put a gun to my head when I order the disc and that what they are doing is legal to the full extend of the law, so it does not matter who I go complaining too they will not refund me any money then he hanged up on me because he did not have time for this.

This people are real low life and they need to be stop, the economy is bad enough and things are very tight for a lot of us for scum like this to come and step all over us and get away with it, its just not fare, I wish I could do more to stop them so I am open for ideas so be blessed and GOD bless America.

Please Google RSS*GRANTSC.COM to see other complains about this company.

This is a list of all the different names they used in my account: RSS*GRANTSC.COM 866-5286550 NV
RSS PUBLISHING 8665286550 NV
RSS*PAIDSURVEYSDATABAS 866-5286550 NV
RESOURCEGRANTSEARCHTRI 866-5286550 NV
GRANTSC.COM8665286550 8665286550 NV

Disable vet
PB, Florida
U.S.A.

EDitor's Suggestions on how to get your money back!

HERE IS WHAT RIP-OFF REPORT SUGGESTS YOU DO:

Go to your bank within 60 days of the charge, or as soon as you know about the charge, don't delay, and tell them that there has been fraudulent activity within your account. Explain that you wish to file a dispute, and demand that they assist you in accordance with Federal Regulation E.

According to the majority of victims interviewed by Rip-off Report, those who immediately called their banks to dispute the charges did not get very far. Many victims got the following responses from their banks: we could not do anything for you or you waited too long; it has been more than 60 days.

If the bank is says that you have waited too long, explain to them how you called their 800 number as soon as the charges were found, and were told by the bank that nothing could be done. Remind the bank that they failed to assist you properly at the 800 #, and instead, provided you with an inadequate explanation of your right to dispute. Tell the bank that it's their fault time has expired, and since they gave you the wrong info to begin with, they will just have to deal with it, take the loss and reverse the charges.

Tell them the truth; this was unauthorized and your account was NOT to be charged! Keep emphasizing how you never authorized anything! Direct them to the hundreds of victims reports that were filed on Rip-off Report.com. And if you're at the bank, walk them over to their computer and make them go to this site! If you are on the phone with them, tell them you will wait while they access this site! Either way, be persistent!

DO NOT TAKE NO FOR AN ANSWER!

Let them know nicely, that you were advised to Report them (the Bank) and this situation to the Banking Commission in your state. Since each state has a different name for the agency/controller over banks, find that name before you call or get to the bank so you can throw it in their face. The more knowledgeable you appear to be, the further you will get.

And just continue to demand the Federal Regulation E form! The bank CAN, MUST and WILL reverse the charge! But, you must be persistent; ask to speak to the supervisor or the area manager for all the branches in the state.

Let the bank personnel know you are meeting with the media later in the day, that you would much rather they do the right thing (as most other banks have) by looking at the complaints and immediately reversing the charge(s) to your account; no matter how long ago it was. Be sure to call the Media if necessary so you are telling the truth.

If you have to, be loud (but nice) in front of other customers. If you are just calling by phone, the above tactics should still work. The bank can easily fax or mail to you the Federal Regulation E dispute form.

CHARGES TO YOUR CREDIT CARD

If the charge was to your credit card (not debit card, check card, or checking account), contact the credit card company as soon as possible to request a dispute form. Consumers usually have a little longer to dispute fraudulent credit card charges (up to 6 months), but it is better to act right away. In this type of situation, credit card disputes are usually successful since fraudulent companies often won't contest the disputed charge. In rare cases, credit card companies will review disputes, but refuse to reverse the charges. If this occurs, complain to a manager and let them know you will be filing a report here.

Remember Don't let them get away with it! Make sure they make the Rip-off Report .. The more Reports filed on a Company or individual, the more likely it is that the authorities, media and attorneys will want to take action.

And good luck Let us know how you do!

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AUTHOR: Grants.com - (U.S.A.)

POSTED: Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Dear Member,


We would like to help you but with information you have provided us we cannot find your account. We request you to call on 866-528-6550 (Mon-Fri 9.00AM to 6.00PM CST) and get your account cancel to avoid any further charges.


As for the charges when ordering the free CD, you have also signed up for a 7-Day Free Trial to the Grant Search Center membership site, which can help you get Government & Private grants using the tools and strategies inside. After the 7-Day Free Trial period, you continue to enjoy full membership at an affordable $59.95 per month billed automatically to your credit card if you do not cancel. You also agreed to the 14 day bonus trial to Paid Surveys Database for $17.67 a month thereafter, should you choose not to cancel.



We do our best to disclose this as it is stated on the sales page, the order page, and on the thank you page after placing your order. You can also see that it is disclosed in the Terms and Conditions of the offer. Rest assured, this free trial offer can be cancelled at anytime during the trial periods or anytime thereafter by simply calling (866)-528-6550 (Mon-Fri 9.00AM to 6.00PM CST) or online as outlined. You can also cancel by going to www.grantsc.com


If you still have any concerns or question please call us on 866-528-6550 or you can email us at support@grantsc.com


Sincerely,
Tom

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READ THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

AUTHOR: Laurie - (U.S.A.)

POSTED: Wednesday, March 11, 2009

You agreed to these charges when you submitted your order.

ITS BAD ENOUGH - THAT YOU FELL FOR THIS SCAM - since Grant info is FREE from the Government already - you do not have to buy it- you just have to be willing to LOOK FOR IT. (not looking for free info is just plain LAZY)

YOU FAILED TO READ THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS - where it clearly stated this would happen. They KNOW that most people foolishly click on I Agree without reading and take full advantage of it - BUT IT IS YOUR FAULT - NOT THEIRS!

from (((Redacted))) Government Grant Scams
The "free money" scam has been around almost as long as the human species. It has more variations than a bulldog has wrinkles but you can count on one thing: the government (any government) does not simply give money away to individuals. Anyone who tells you differently has larceny in his heart. If you give him your bank account number, he will soon have your funds in his pocket.
Below is a tiny sample of the hundreds and hundreds of complaints we receive about the many versions of this scam. It does no good to list all of the names used by these bunko artists because a.) they change all the time and b.) every single free-money government-grant offer is a scam. Period.

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