“You’ve won! Now pay us” is always a scam.
During these difficult economic times, it is easy to imagine our financial problems disappearing by winning a big prize. Who wouldn’t like to win a million dollars, a new car, or a vacation home?
Scammy PPE sellers exploit COVID-19 fears
Last month, the FTC filed its first case against an online seller that failed to ship next-da
Video shows how scammers tell you to pay
Scammers make up all kinds of stories to get your money, from telling you that you’ve won a prize,
FTC Announces Auto Buyers Study Reports
Many of us depend on our cars — for work, errands, shuttling kids, and visiting loved ones.
Hang up on business imposter scams
Scammers love to use the same old tricks in new ways. One of their favorites is to pose as a business or government official to pressure you into sending them money or personal information.
Big FTC win against student loan debt relief firm
Just about a year ago, we told you about a case the FTC brought against a student loan debt re
Avoiding a cryptocurrency scam
Yesterday some high-profile people had their Twitter accounts hacked by scammers who
Promises for lower credit card interest rates weren’t true
When you’re having trouble paying your credit card bills, getting a lower interest rate to keep your balance in check could be a game changer.
Utility company calling? Don’t fall for it.
Every day, millions of people who have lost their jobs are making difficult choices about how to pay their bills.