Consumer Tips

Tips for Consumers

Welcome to our Consumer Tips Section. Click on any of the links below to avoid common consumer mistakes.

• 10 Tips for preventing a dispute before it happens
• Negotiating with the other party
• Determining whether you need legal representation; Selecting an attorney
• Referral and alternative dispute resolution sources
• Other Resources

Tips for Seniors

If you are a senior citizen, please be sure to read our "Tips for Seniors" document.

• Tips for Seniors

Mail Fraud

Be wary of mail fraud and scams. Listed below are a few scams to watch for and be wary of.

• How to Spot the Bandit in Your Mailbox
• Wanted: The Bandit in Your Mailbox
• When Yellow Page Invoices Are Bogus

Internet Fraud

There is a lot of fraud on the internet. Check out the site below or call the toll-free number to find out more about it.

1-800-876-7060
Internet Fraud Watch
Tips for Avoiding Fraud on the internet.

Hawaii Sales and General Excise Tax

Do you know about the taxes that you pay in Hawaii? Click on the link below to read about the difference between Sales Tax and the Hawaii General Excise Tax.

• Hawaii State Taxes