I hate telemarketers! There, I said it and probably most reading this will agree.
The national do-not-call list has been around for quite some time and if you’re on it you might still be getting unwanted call from telemarketers.
Critics of the national do-not-call list say it’s no surprise.
More than 300,000 complaints have been filed against unwanted telemarketers in less than two years.
The Federal government has handed out $73,000 in fines, but as of this past March 1st, only $250 has been collected.
Critics say the law needs significant retooling to provide a genuine, effective system against unwanted calls.
When you think about it, the law has exceptions for charities, political parties, newspapers and businesses with a prior business relationship, virtually all calls can continue even when a number is on the do-not-call list.
With that in mind, I have to say the money I pay for call display and voice-mail is worth every penny to avoid talking to a telemarketer!
