Help in avoiding online order slow- or no-shows

The Federal Trade Commission has gotten reports from consumers who didn’t get their orders as expected- or never at all. Here are some tips to make sure you have a good online shopping experience this holiday season:

• Before you buy, confirm the online seller’s physical address and phone number
• Look carefully at the shipping date before you order
• If possible, pay with a credit card
• Get tracking numbers to see where your stuff is in the shipping process. Also, consider having your items held at the post office or delivered to a family member or neighbor in case you’re not home.

For more details on how to improve your online shopping experience, check out the FTC website