Tag: scam

“I lost my wallet and ID. I’m stranded — please wire money.”

With July 4^th 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.

If you’re in a small business,

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.

You get a card, call, or email telling you that you won! Maybe it’s a lottery, sweepstakes, or some other prize. The person calling is excited and can’t wait for you to get your winnings.