Scams

You can buy practically anything online, including used cars. But before you shell out any hard-earned cash, here’s a warning about scammers trying to sell cars they don’t have or own.

A while back, we warned you about the “one ring” scam.

We read you loud and clear! Last year, the FTC got nearly 143,000 reports about tech support scams.

Not another robocall! We’ve all felt that way. Wondering what to do about robocalls? Check out this new video:

It’s Valentine’s Day and love is in the air. You may think you spend a lot on flowers or chocolate, but losing money in a romance scam would cost you even more.

American servicemembers sacrifice so much to honorably defend the nation.

Who wouldn’t love to be that winner you see on TV holding a great big sweepstakes check?

We’ve all known for a long time that scammers ask people to pay by wiring money.

Recently, we heard about scams targeting parents of high school students preparing for college.

We told you

You get a card, call, or email telling you that you won! Maybe it’s a lottery, sweepstakes, or some other prize. The person calling is excited and can’t wait for you to get your winnings.

Hey computer users, it’s time for a pop quiz.

At the FTC, our mission is to protect consumers, including small business owners. That’s why, when we see scammers taking money from small businesses, we step in.

A lot of us have student loans – and some of us have trouble paying them every month.

Looking to start a new relationship? For some, that may mean meeting a new love interest online. Word to the wise: sometimes it’s best to lead with your head and not your heart.

Here’s one of the top questions we get from people: Is this a scam?

Someone pretending to be from the FTC is sending out fake emails telling people that their Do Not Call registration is expiring.