Ask the AGhttp://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx<strong>Consumer:</strong>  I’m concerned about the potential for identity theft while traveling. Any suggestions, especially for staying safe in foreign countries?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=19398http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=19398Mon, 24 Mar 2008 07:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer:</strong>  I recently bought a car. But then the dealership called and said I needed to come in and sign another contract – with higher payments. Can they do that?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=19188http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=19188Thu, 28 Feb 2008 08:00:00 GMT<strong>El Consumidor:</strong> Recientemente compré un coche. Pero entonces la venta llamó y dijo que necesitaba volver y firmar otro contrato – con pagos más altos. ¿Pueden hacer eso?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=19232http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=19232Wed, 27 Feb 2008 08:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer:</strong>  My mailbox is overflowing with credit offers. I spend a lot of time shredding these offers so they won’t end up in the hands of an identity thief. How can I receive less junk mail?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=18894http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=18894Thu, 31 Jan 2008 08:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer:</strong> I added my cell phone number to the Do Not Call List, but I’m still receiving spam text messages. How can I stop them? Also, can viruses that infect computers also infect phones?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=18614http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=18614Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:00:00 GMT<span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><font face="Arial" color="#000000" size="2">Consumer: I keep reading headlines about lead in children’s toys and product recalls. How do I know if a toy or baby item is safe?<br /></font></span>http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=18360http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=18360Wed, 31 Oct 2007 07:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer:</strong>  I’ll soon be moving into my first apartment. What do I need to know?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=17810http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=17810Fri, 07 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMT<p><strong>Consumer:</strong>  I want to use the Internet to find a good loan. How can I avoid online lending scams?</p>http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=16428http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=16428Wed, 18 Jul 2007 07:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer</strong>: I receive dozens of spam e-mail messages every day. They’re a nuisance! What can I do?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=16256http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=16256Wed, 27 Jun 2007 07:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer</strong>: I’ve heard reports that flood-damaged cars are now making their way to Washington and are available for sale. Is this true? What can buyers do to make sure we aren’t sold a damaged car?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=15924http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=15924Thu, 14 Jun 2007 07:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer</strong>: I heard about the state’s gas prices investigation. What can you achieve and how can Washington residents help provide information?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=14756http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=14756Mon, 07 May 2007 07:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer</strong>:  I’m exploring estate planning options, including living trusts. I’ve read recent warnings about “trust mills.” What are these?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=14252http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=14252Mon, 09 Apr 2007 07:00:00 GMT<strong>Consumer</strong>: How do I keep my kids safe online?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=13902http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=13902Tue, 27 Mar 2007 07:00:00 GMTConsumer:  How often can debt collectors call me?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=13558http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=13558Tue, 13 Mar 2007 07:00:00 GMTConsumer: Is there anything consumers can do about junk faxes?http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=13026http://www.atg.wa.gov/askcolumn.aspx?id=13026Mon, 26 Feb 2007 08:00:00 GMT