Consumer Alert
Job seekers: Avoid executive placement scams
Online searching makes it easier to connect with companies offering job opportunities.
Consumer Alert
Scammers go after international students’ money
We try to let you know when we learn about new scams, so you can avoid them and warn your friends and family.
Consumer Alert
Romance scams will cost you
It’s Valentine’s Day and love is in the air. You may think you spend a lot on flowers or chocolate, but losing money in a romance scam would cost you even more.
Consumer Alert
This is what a Social Security scam sounds like
Earlier this month, we told you about a growing scam: people pretend to be from the Social Security Administration
Consumer Alert
Netflix phishing scam: Don’t take the bait
Phishing is when someone uses fake emails or texts to get you to share valuable personal information – like account numbers, Social Security numbers, or your login IDs and passwords.
Consumer Alert
Fake calls about your SSN
The FTC is getting reports about people pretending to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA) who are trying to get your Social Security number and even your money.
Consumer Alert
Putting cash in the mail
We’ve been warning you about scammers asking you to pay with gift cards or
Consumer Alert
Money back from MoneyGram?
We’ve all known for a long time that scammers ask people to pay by wiring money.
Consumer Alert
Spear phishing scammers want more from you
“I’m calling from [pick any bank]. Someone’s been using your debit card ending in 2345 at [pick any retailer].
Consumer Alert
Hang up on spoofed SSA calls
If you get a call that looks like it’s from the Social Security Administration (SSA), think twice.