Staying away from nanny and caregiving job scams
Finding a new job can be a challenge. Websites can help you find work, but scammers also use these sites to find people to rip off.
Finding a new job can be a challenge. Websites can help you find work, but scammers also use these sites to find people to rip off.
“I lost my wallet and ID. I’m stranded — please wire money.”
With July 4th right around the corner, plenty of us are still running around trying to book a last-minute vacation rental.
Recently, someone showed up at the door of the FTC to ask about his prize. He had a mailing saying he’d won $5 million – and the FTC had “certified and verified” it.
At the FTC, our mission is to protect consumers, including small business owners. That’s why, when we see scammers taking money from small businesses, we step in.
Would you be tempted by an online business training program that promises you could earn thousands of dollars a month working from home? I wouldn’t blame you if you were.
Instead of min(d)ing their own business, are scammers using your computer as their virtual ATM?
Hey computer users, it’s time for a pop quiz.