Going out of business sales require cautious shopping

A sagging economy presents another risk for shoppers — going-out-business sales.

Shoppers need to take extra precautions when dealing with retailers that are going out of business, the Ohio attorney general’s office said.

“We want consumers to realize the risks that are involved,” said Manilath Southammavong, consumer educator for the state.

Most sales are final, and returns often are not accepted during closing sales, she said. Consumers should consider this when making purchases, she said.

Read more in Tuesday’s Vindicator and Vindy.com