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Consumer Alert

How to avoid COVID-19 government imposter scams

Lois Greisman, Associate Director, Division of Marketing Practices, FTC

Many of us are paying close attention to the guidance from federal, state, and local governments during this COVID-19 health emergency.

Consumer Alert

Hang up on tech support calls

Jim Kreidler

It can be frustrating to have problems with your computer, especially now that so many people are working from home.

Consumer Alert

Coronavirus checks: flattening the scam curve

Karen Hobbs

There’s a lot to worry about when it comes to the Coronavirus crisis, including the new ways scammers are using the economic impact payments (so-called “stimulus checks”) to trick people.

Consumer Alert

Avoiding SSA scams during COVID-19

Jim Kreidler

While some of you are home, practicing social distancing and frequent hand washing to avoid the Coronavirus, remember that scammers are still busy trying to take advantage of people.

Consumer Alert

Grandparent scams in the age of Coronavirus

Lisa Weintraub Schifferle

“Grandma: I’m in the hospital, sick, please wire money right away.” “Grandpa: I’m stuck overseas, please send money.” Grandparent scams can take a new twist – and a new sense of urgency – in these

Consumer Alert

While you’re at home, spot the scams

Cristina Miranda

Many of us are at home, trying to protect our communities from the Coronavirus. (Thanks to those who are still working outside the home.