Massachusetts ‘junk fee’ crackdown takes effect Tuesday. Here’s what to know

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BOSTON — Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell’s new consumer protection regulations prohibiting “junk fees” or deceptive pricing take effect in Massachusetts on Tuesday.

“Junk fees” are sometimes referred to as “convenience fees” or “service fees” on a bill. They’re usually a surprise and hike up the price of your overall purchase.

Businesses in the Bay State must now provide the total price of a product, including any fees or charges added on up front…

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