Consumer Alert
Big FTC win against student loan debt relief firm
Just about a year ago, we told you about a case the FTC brought against a student loan debt re
Consumer Alert
Keep calm and avoid Coronavirus scams
One thing we know about scammers is that they follow the headlines. So it’s not surprising that we’ve seen so many Coronavirus-related scams recently.
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Avoiding a cryptocurrency scam
Yesterday some high-profile people had their Twitter accounts hacked by scammers who
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Promises for lower credit card interest rates weren’t true
When you’re having trouble paying your credit card bills, getting a lower interest rate to keep your balance in check could be a game changer.
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Utility company calling? Don’t fall for it.
Every day, millions of people who have lost their jobs are making difficult choices about how to pay their bills.
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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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Steer clear of work-at-home scams
As the Coronavirus continues to spread, you may be looking for ways to make money without ever stepping foot outside your door.
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Fake emails about fake money from a fake COVID-19 fund
Because of COVID-19, unemployment rates are high and many people’s cash flows are low. Scammers view these as ripe conditions to strike.