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The FTC is officially banning hidden junk fees from hotel and ticket prices

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The Federal Trade Commission has approved a new rule preventing hotels and ticket sellers from hiding extra fees associated with a purchase.

Under the rule, businesses must provide “up-front disclosure” of the total price of a hotel stay, vacation rental, or live event tickets.

The rule is set to go into effect in April 2025 .

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68

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66

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15

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informal

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English

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54

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short-lived

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