COVID-19 scam reports, by the numbers
If you’re a regular reader of this blog — or of the news, you know that scammers are out in force, taking advantage of all aspects of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus and your mortgage
Because of the Coronavirus, many people are facing financial challenges, especi
FTC sends more warnings to sellers of scam Coronavirus treatments
Last month, the FTC and FDA sen
Looking for work after Coronavirus layoffs?
Have you been laid off due to the Coronavirus? Or maybe your small business shut down?
Scammers are using COVID-19 messages to scam people
Scammers are experts at shifting tactics and changing their messages to catch you off guard.
Hang up on tech support calls
It can be frustrating to have problems with your computer, especially now that so many people are working from home.
Remote learning and children’s privacy
“Social distancing,” “shelter-in-place,” “virtual happy hour” – these are some of the new expressions on everyone’s lips the past few weeks.
Coronavirus checks: flattening the scam curve
There’s a lot to worry about when it comes to the Coronavirus crisis, including the new ways scammers are using the economic impact payments (so-called “stimulus checks”) to trick people.
Avoiding SSA scams during COVID-19
While some of you are home, practicing social distancing and frequent hand washing to avoid the Coronavirus, remember that scammers are still busy trying to take advantage of people.