Consumers:
Consumer Tips > Home Solicitation Sales Tip Sheet
Whenever you sign a contract or make a purchase over $25 as a result of an in-home solicitation, you have a three-day right to cancel. This is known as the "cooling off" period. The salesperson must notify the buyer orally of the right to cancel and provide a written form to sign, stating that notification of the right to cancel has been given.
Helpful Hints in Home Solicitations:
- Be wary of salespersons who start their sales pitch by saying that they are "just taking a survey" or "trying to get rid of extra inventory."
- Look very closely at deals that offer "free gifts" and that depend on the purchase of another product or a packaged deal.
- Do not ever let a salesperson into your home unless you have seen proper identification and determined exactly what he or she wants.
- No matter how attractive an offer appears, refrain from making an immediate purchase. It is wise to take a couple of days to consider the actual offer or deal presented.
- Take the time to compare the salesperson's price and product with others.
- DO NOT BE AFRAID TO SAY, "NO!
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Consumer Protection Division
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consumer@arkansasag.gov
