Is Shining Smiles fraud?

• Monthly Membership Fees: Customers might see recurring charges for monthly daycare memberships or enrollment fees.
• Extra Care Fees: Additional charges for extended hours beyond standard care times.
• Supplies and Materials: Costs for daycare supplies, such as art materials or educational toys, may be billed separately.
• Late Pick-Up Fees: Charges incurred if a child is picked up after the scheduled time.
• Special Activities: Fees for special events, field trips, or activities not included in the standard package.
• Food Costs: Charges for meals and snacks if not included in the tuition plan.
• Late Payment Fees: Penalties applied for late payment of invoices or fees.
• Cancellation Fees: Charges for canceling enrollment or services with insufficient notice.

If you see this charge and aren’t expecting it, you have various options.

First, try to contact the nycshiningsmiles.com via one of the support methods we listed below and inquire about the charge. See if they will refund it and cancel any associated subscriptions you might have.

If the nycshiningsmiles.com refused to issue a refund or you cannot get in touch with the company, call your bank or financial institution and open a credit card dispute. Record screenshot evidence from your prior conversations with nycshiningsmiles.com, and use that to open your credit card dispute. Tell your bank or credit card issuer that you do not recognize the charge and do not recall signing up for the service.

If this sounds like too much of a hassle, you can have Chargeback do it for you.

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