Consumer Alert
Car wrap scam targets college students
If you have a car, you know how expensive the upkeep can be. Gas, maintenance, parking – the whole lot.
Consumer Alert
‘Tis the season for ‘open enrollment’ scams
Winter is coming, which means open enrollment season is here.
Consumer Alert
Scams and older consumers: Looking at the data
The FTC just sent a report to Congress called Protecting Older Consumers 2018-2019.
Consumer Alert
Notarios are no help with immigration
Now and then, it’s helpful to remind ourselves of things we already know: Nobody legit will ever demand payment with a gift card. Dark chocolate is superior to milk chocolate.
Tech Support Scams
Here’s how they work:
You get a call or message from someone who says they’re a computer technician. Or a number appears in a pop-up message on your screen. Or maybe you’re looking for tech support
Consumer Alert
In the wake of Hurricane Dorian
If you suffered damage from Hurricane Dorian, or if you’re looking for ways to help those in need, start at ftc.gov/weatheremergencies.
Consumer Alert
Summer Film Series: Family emergency scams
Welcome to the Summer Film Series! Each week, we’ll highlight one of the FTC’s many videos on topics such as avoiding scams, recovering from fraud, and managing your money.
Consumer Alert
Mystery shop ’til you drop? Not so fast
Who wouldn’t love getting paid to shop and dine at cool places and then review them?
Consumer Alert
FTC shuts down student loan debt relief scheme
It’s a staggering number. More than 42 million Americans owe a total of nearly $1.5 trillion in student loan debt. It’s no wonder people look for help.
Consumer Alert
There are no “quick fixes” to clean up your credit
If you’re trying to clean up your credit, you’ll come across plenty of companies offering an easy fix. But any company promising instant results for a price is likely a scam.