The prize you win may not be worth the effort to collect it. The prizes often are cheap imitations of the real thing. The Attorney General's Office has received a lot of complaints about promotions that use switchers.
Many consumers also become upset about the high-pressure sales tactics used during sales meetings.
Read the letter carefully. In some cases, the letter may tell you the cash value of each prize or that you must attend a sales seminar as part of the contest. This information often appears in fine print at the end of the letter. Remember, the chances of winning a truly valuable prize are slim. If you attend a sales meeting, do not sign a contract or give the salesperson a deposit right away.