Medical Discount Scams Bookmark
Medical discount plans are different from health insurance, but scam artists often try to blur the lines.
Learn about the latest scams, and get advice to help you avoid, report, and recover from them.
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High School Diploma Scams
Thinking about getting your high school diploma? Here’s how to tell the difference between legit programs and diploma scams.
How To Avoid a Home Improvement Scam
Adding a room, renovating a basement, or doing some much-needed repairs around your home can be a big undertaking.
The Truth Behind Weight Loss Ads
Dishonest advertisers make bogus claims about their weight loss products. Learn to spot and avoid bogus health claims.
Fake Prize, Sweepstakes, and Lottery Scams
You get a call, email, or letter saying you won a sweepstakes, lottery, or prize — like an iPad, a new car, or something else.
Mystery Shopping Scams
Find out how to avoid mystery shopping scams.
Paying for School and Avoiding Scams
Paying for school can be expensive. Many people need to take out loans to cover the cost, but dealing with the debt and repayment options can be confusing.
Nanny and Caregiver Job Scams
Caregiver websites can help you find jobs. But scammers also use them to find people to rip off.
How To Avoid Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams
Going to college, vocational school, or a certificate program can often help you move up in your career and make more money — but it can also be expensive.
Avoiding and Reporting Gift Card Scams
Only scammers will tell you to buy a gift card, like a Google Play or Apple Card, and give them the numbers off the back of the card. No matter what they say, that’s a scam. No real business or government agency will ever tell you to buy a gift card to pay them. Always keep a copy of your gift card and store receipt. Use them to report gift card scams to the gift card company and ask for your money back.
What To Know About Advance-Fee Loans
Some companies promise you a low-interest loan or credit card, but want a fee first. They’re scams. Learn the warning signs.
Modeling Scams
A talent scout says you've got a future in modeling. That's flattering — but sometimes it’s a scam.
Scammers Pretend To Be Your Utility Company
Scammers pretend to be you gas, electric or water company to get you to pay them money. Learn to spot the scam.
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