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Consumer Alert

Scammers impersonate the FTC, too

Juliana Gruenwald Henderson
Scammers never seem to run out of new ways to try to take your money or steal your identity, especially in times of crisis like the one we’re living through now.
Consumer Alert

Steer clear of work-at-home scams

Sachit Gali

As the Coronavirus continues to spread, you may be looking for ways to make money without ever stepping foot outside your door.

Consumer Alert

Donating in difficult times

Jennifer Leach

These days, there are just so many reasons why people want to do to something to help, to make a difference, to take action.

Consumer Alert

Is a scammer getting unemployment benefits in your name?

Seena Gressin

In a large-scale scam erupting in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, imposters are filing claims for unemployment benefits, using the names and personal information of people who have not filed

Consumer Alert

How to avoid COVID-19 government imposter scams

Lois Greisman, Associate Director, Division of Marketing Practices, FTC

Many of us are paying close attention to the guidance from federal, state, and local governments during this COVID-19 health emergency.

Consumer Alert

Fighting Coronavirus scams: taking stock

Andrew Smith

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, the FTC has released dozens of warning letters against people trying to make an illegal buck off the Coronavirus.