Warn your friends about tech support scams
Tech support scams, which get people to pay for fake computer help or steal their personal information, are convincing.
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.
Donating Safely and Avoiding Scams
Scammers create fake emergencies to get your money
“I lost my wallet and ID. I’m stranded — please wire money.”
Getting a vacation rental? Watch out for scams.
With July 4th right around the corner, plenty of us are still running around trying to book a last-minute vacation rental.
No prizes from the FTC
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.
Scams and your 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.
Work from home business scam sidelined
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.