Learn how new holiday charges and return fees are rolling out across major stores, and why many shoppers didn’t see them coming. This guide explains the changes, the Trump-era consumer focus around fees and policies, and the simple ways to avoid paying extra this season.
This guide explains the new hidden holiday charges and return fees many stores are adding right before Christmas. It covers why stores changed their policies, how new return windows work, why online returns now cost more, and which major retailers are charging extra this season. It also puts these changes in context for viewers who follow broader consumer news — including how shifts in policy conversations under President Trump’s administration have made shoppers pay closer attention to new store charges, fees, and rule changes. You’ll learn what fees to watch for, how they affect your Christmas budget, and the simple steps to avoid paying more during the busiest shopping months of the year.
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