Videos

This video shows what happens when someone gets a payday loan but can’t pay it back right away.

FTC attorney Kati Daffan shares five strategies for fighting illegal robocalls in this video produced by the GSA.

Looking for a great product at a great price? These tips can help.

Use these computer security tips to help protect your computer and your personal information.

If you use public Wi-Fi networks, take these steps to protect your personal information.

This video describes how consumers can evaluate online reviews and recommendations when shopping.

Here’s why you don’t want to pay fees to a business that promises to lower your monthly car payment or  help stop a repossession.

This video shows what happens when someone gets a prepaid card without checking out the fees first.

This video shows what happens when someone makes just the minimum payment on a credit card balance.

This video shows what happens when someone learns the hard way why she should care about her identity. 

Your credit report affects your ability to get a loan or job, and could help you avoid identity theft.  You can get a truly free credit report from AnnualCreditReport.com.

What you can do to avoid, detect and get rid of viruses and spyware.

Knowing the rules of the U.S. Diversity Lottery can help you avoid a scam.

Be aware of the warning signs and hang up on phone fraud.

If a telemarketer asks for money or account information to collect a "prize," hang up. It's a scam.

Identify and avoid job and business opportunity scams.

Learn the signs of a business opportunity scam.

An expert explains the inner workings of business opportunity telemarketing scams.

Learn how to identify scams promising treatments for cancer.

Medical discount plans are not health insurance. In fact, many of these plans are scams.