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Tip #69: Hidden Surcharges to Watch For

Bait-and-switch surcharges to dispute: 'NYC surcharge' (doesn't exist), 'fuel surcharge' (doesn't exist), 'after-hours surcharge' (illegal), 'environmental fee'…

Tip #69: Hidden Surcharges to Watch For — NYC Roadside Emergency Assistance
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Bait-and-switch surcharges to dispute: 'NYC surcharge' (doesn't exist), 'fuel surcharge' (doesn't exist), 'after-hours surcharge' (illegal), 'environmental fee' (vague pretext), 'gate fee' (often padded), 'admin fee' (padded).

If any of these appear on an invoice, dispute on the spot. Get an itemized invoice without them or refuse to pay.

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