Consumer Alert
It’s official: Get free COVID test kits at COVIDtests.gov
There’s a new federal resource to get free FDA-authorized coronavirus test kits.
Consumer Alert
COVID-19 is still impacting American families and businesses. Do you need financial assistance now?
While some aspects of American life have returned, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact this country, and it may be hard to figure out what help you can get now.
Consumer Alert
More money is coming to families…and scammers are ready
As part of the American Rescue Plan Act, eligible families will get monthly payments from the government from July 15 through December 2021.
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How To Avoid a Government Impersonation Scam
Scammers pretend to be from government agencies like the FTC, Social Security Administration, and IRS — or say they're calling about your Medicare benefits. Learn the signs and avoid the scam.
Consumer Alert
Scammers target loved ones of COVID-19 victims
Government imposters may have hit a new low with a scheme that targets the grieving survivors of people who died of COVID-19 by offering them help paying for their lo
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Scammers reportedly using fake unemployment benefits websites as phishing lures
At a time when many people left jobless by the pandemic are struggling to get by, scammers reportedly are using websites that mimic government unemployment insurance (UI) benefits websites.
Consumer Alert
When it’s not really the government calling
Lots of people are having trouble sleeping, thanks to the pandemic and all the parts of our lives it’s affecting. And it doesn’t help when you get a call saying you owe the government money.
Consumer Alert
The Drug Enforcement Administration isn’t calling
We’re getting reports about scammers pretending to be Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents.
Consumer Alert
Identity Theft Awareness Week starts today
The challenges that COVID-19 has brought include a higher risk of identity theft.