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Video shows how scammers tell you to pay
Scammers make up all kinds of stories to get your money, from telling you that you’ve won a prize,
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Scammers impersonate the FTC, too
Scammers never seem to run out of new ways to try to take your money or steal your identity, especially in times of crisis like the one we’re living through now.
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How to avoid COVID-19 government imposter scams
Many of us are paying close attention to the guidance from federal, state, and local governments during this COVID-19 health emergency.
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Finding a furry friend in the era of COVID-19
If you’ve been thinking about adding a pet to your family, now may be a good time.
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Scammers are using COVID-19 messages to scam people
Scammers are experts at shifting tactics and changing their messages to catch you off guard.
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While you’re at home, spot the scams
Many of us are at home, trying to protect our communities from the Coronavirus. (Thanks to those who are still working outside the home.
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What's a money mule scam?
Scammers may try to use you to move stolen money. If you help them, you could be what law enforcement calls a money mule.
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FTC: The bottom-line on fake checks scams
If someone you don’t know sends you a check and asks for money back, that’s a scam.
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The top frauds of 2019
Each year, the FTC takes a hard look at the number of reports people make to our Consumer Sentinel Network.