Consumer Alert
Defending against impersonator scams
American servicemembers sacrifice so much to honorably defend the nation.
Learn about the latest scams, and get advice to help you avoid, report, and recover from them.
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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.
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Protect your Medicare number, your other info, and your money
Last year, the FTC got almost a million reports about impersonation scammers — fake government agents, pretend grandkids, bogus sweethearts, and others who took almost $2.3 billion from people across the country. So far this year, impersonation scams are still the most-reported fraud.
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What To Know About Cryptocurrency and Scams
Confused about cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin or Ether (associated with Ethereum)? You’re not alone.
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Mobile Payment Apps: How To Avoid a Scam When You Use One
Mobile payment apps can be a convenient way to send and receive money with your smartphone.
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Want to work from home? Spot the scams first
These days, working from home is pretty common. It’s a win-win for both those hoping to avoid a commute, and companies looking for talent from all over the world.
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Did you get a text from your own number? That’s a scam
Scammers are always thinking up ways to put a new spin on their criminal tricks.
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