Donating in difficult times
These days, there are just so many reasons why people want to do to something to help, to make a difference, to take action.
These days, there are just so many reasons why people want to do to something to help, to make a difference, to take action.
The FTC continues to seek out and warn sellers who peddle so-called Coronavirus treatments with no proof they work.
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
Many of us are paying close attention to the guidance from federal, state, and local governments during this COVID-19 health emergency.
Hey college students: even though you’re likely far from campus, scammers are still trying to find you.
Are you tempted to play “The Circle Game,” join a “Blessing Loom,” or jump on a “Money Board”?
If you’ve been thinking about adding a pet to your family, now may be a good time.
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.
Every day we are reading about researchers studying potential ways to prevent, treat or cure COVID-19.
The Coronavirus crisis has brought out the best and worst of human nature. The best: charities across the country are stepping up and many people are donating what they can.
Do you think your economic impact payment has landed in the hands of an identity thief? You can report it to the FTC and the IRS at the same time. Here’s what to do.
If there’s a high demand online for health and safety items, like facemasks and paper products, guess what scammers pretend to sell?
You probably know that COVID-19 tests are in short supply. But did you know there’s no shortage of scammers setting up fake COVID-19 testing sites to cash in on the crisis?
The FTC uses the information it gets from people who report scams to keep close watch on trends, so we can alert you to changes.
Are you a United States citizen living abroad?
If you’re a regular reader of this blog — or of the news, you know that scammers are out in force, taking advantage of all aspects of the Coronavirus pandemic.