https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams
Scammers advertise jobs the same way honest employers do — online (in ads, on job sites, and social media), in newspapers, and sometimes on TV and radio. They...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/08/plan-avoid-scams-national-preparedness-month
When a natural disaster strikes — like a hurricane, wildfire, severe storm, or flood — being prepared can make all the difference. This National Preparedness...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/spot-health-insurance-scams
Wading through your health insurance options and plans can be complex, overwhelming, and confusing. Dishonest companies and scammers know this and use it to...
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https://www.fortra.com/resources/articles/consumer-affairs-qr-code-scams-are-about-reach-dangerous-levels
John Wilson spoke to Consumer Affairs about the rising threats of QR code scams and discussed cybercriminals' most common tactics.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/avoiding-reporting-gift-card-scams
Only scammers will tell you to buy a gift card, like a Google Play or Apple Card, and give them the numbers off the back of the card. No matter what they say,...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2018/09/empower-yourself-against-utility-scams
You get a call saying your electricity or water will be shut off unless you pay a past due bill.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/rental-listing-scams
Scammers use rental listings to get you to pay in advance for a place to live or vacation.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/09/how-prepare-yourself-deal-emergency-and-avoid-disaster-related-scams
When disaster strikes, everyone in the community is impacted — including older adults. That’s why having a plan and knowing how to spot disaster-related scams...
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https://www.moneygram.com/r/zm/en/help-center/faq/protect-against-consumer-fraud
Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/features/pass-it-on/home-repair-scams
Here’s how they work: Someone knocks on your door or calls you.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/all-scams/wire-transfer-scams
The official website of the Federal Trade Commission, protecting America’s consumers for over 100 years.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/08/how-spot-avoid-task-scams
You get an unexpected message on WhatsApp, Telegram, text, or social media. The person says you can make quick money online doing tasks. It sounds simple, and...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/02/debt-collection-know-your-rights-avoid-scams
If a debt collector calls, do you know what to do? You have rights. Debt collectors can’t harass, lie, or treat you unfairly — even if you owe the debt. Before...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-prepare-weather-emergency-while-avoiding-scams
Scammers follow weather reports just like everyone else — and when disaster strikes, they’ll strike, too. If you know what scams look like after a weather...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/all-scams/scams-against-immigrants
The official website of the Federal Trade Commission, protecting America’s consumers for over 100 years.
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https://www.moneygram.com/r/bd/en/help-center/faq/protect-against-consumer-fraud
Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2022/11/stay-away-scams-medicare-open-enrollment-period
If you or one of your loved ones are on Medicare, you’re probably aware that open enrollment ends on December 7. And you’re probably reviewing and comparing...
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https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/ny-attorney-general-reveals-biggest-consumer-scams-of-2010/
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman marked National Consumer Protection Week by releasing New York's top 10 frauds of 2010 on Sunday.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/12/phishing-scams-can-be-hard-spot
Scammers love a good disguise. One day they show up texting you about a delivery you missed, the next they say you need to sort an issue with your Netflix...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/02/be-ready-spot-scams-will-follow-californias-winter-storm
As record rainfall and heavy winds devastated the West Coast, you can bet that scammers are standing by, ready to get started after the storm. How can you spot...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/05/medicaid-spotting-scams
During the pandemic, states had to keep people enrolled in Medicaid so they didn’t lose their insurance. Now that the health emergency declaration is over,...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/college-degree-scams
If you want to improve your chances of being hired or promoted, earning a college degree might help. But not all degree programs are real.
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https://www.moneygram.com/r/ms/en/help-center/faq/protect-against-consumer-fraud
Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/05/hurricane-season-prepare-avoid-scams
Weather forecasters are predicting an above-average hurricane season this year. When it comes to planning for a possible weather emergency, the more you know —...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2019/11/scams-telling-you-pay-bitcoin-rise
At first, scammers tried to get you to wire them money.
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https://www.moneygram.com/r/ma/en/help-center/faq/protect-against-consumer-fraud
Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/08/scammers-are-using-fake-websites-twist-jury-duty-scams
Scammers are still pretending to be the police, calling to say you’ve missed jury duty and need to pay. But in a new twist, some scammers are now telling you...
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https://www.myfloridacfo.com/news/patronis-archives/patronis-press-releases/details/2023/09/20/consumer-alert-cfo-jimmy-patronis-offers-4-tips-to-protect-yourself-from-black-friday-scams
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/node/76587
Have you seen a message on WhatsApp or Facebook offering you free help during the pandemic?
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-avoid-phishing-scams
Scammers use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your personal and financial information. But there are several ways to protect yourself.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/05/those-urgent-emails-metamask-paypal-are-phishing-scams
If you got an email that seems to be from MetaMask or PayPal, stop. They’re phishing scams. The MetaMask fake says your cryptocurrency wallet is blocked. And,...
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https://www.moneygram.com/r/vu/en/help-center/faq/protect-against-consumer-fraud
Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2019/09/self-defense-against-scams
To everyone who hangs up on unwanted calls, learns about the latest scams, and checks with friends about suspicious offers: good news!
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/08/moving-summer-watch-rental-scams
Summer is a popular time to move to a new place, so you might be on the hunt right now. Looking for apartments or houses online is convenient, but that’s where...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/12/detect-immigration-scams-start-social-media?
Scammers are impersonating attorneys and law firms, offering immigration services on social media. The posts on Facebook and other platforms might be in...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/12/detect-immigration-scams-start-social-media
Scammers are impersonating attorneys and law firms, offering immigration services on social media. The posts on Facebook and other platforms might be in...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/avoiding-reporting-gift-card-scams?referrer=grok.com
Only scammers will tell you to buy a gift card, like a Google Play or Apple Card, and give them the numbers off the back of the card. No matter what they say,...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2022/12/tis-season-spot-avoid-gift-card-scams
Looking for a New Year’s resolution? Here’s one for you: Keep your hard-earned money safe from scammers by spotting and avoiding gift card scams. Then help...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/features/pass-it-on/impersonator-scams/business-impersonator-scams
Here’s how they work: You get a call, email, text, or message on social media that looks like it’s from a business you know.
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https://www.mastercard.com/gb/en/news-and-trends/Insights/2025/using-ai-and-collaboration-to-prevent-consumer-payment-scams.html
Explore the latest Mastercard news, blogs, reports and stories. Here we deliver people-first news and perspectives that explore the factors driving changes and...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/all-scams/scams-against-small-businesses
The official website of the Federal Trade Commission, protecting America’s consumers for over 100 years.
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https://www.moneygram.com/r/fj/en/help-center/faq/protect-against-consumer-fraud
Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/mortgages/how-to-spot-and-avoid-foreclosure-relief-scams/
Mortgage assistance and foreclosure relief scams target homeowners whose financial troubles put them at risk of losing their homes.
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https://www.slideserve.com/solomon-robertson/internet-issues-powerpoint-ppt-presentation
This report analyzes consumer spending across various online product categories from 2002 to 2004, highlighting the growth in sectors such as PCs, peripherals,...
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https://www.moneygram.com/r/ug/en/help-center/faq/protect-against-consumer-fraud
Frequently asked questions to help protect against consumer fraud
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2021/09/how-spot-stop-report-post-disaster-scams
Whether you’re starting to assess the damage from Hurricane Ida, the recent flooding in Tennessee, the wildfires in the West, or another natural disaster,...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2020/04/grandparent-scams-age-coronavirus
“Grandma: I’m in the hospital, sick, please wire money right away.” “Grandpa: I’m stuck overseas, please send money.” Grandparent scams can take a new twist –...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/12/lights-camera-scam-spot-virtual-casting-call-scams
You never know where your big Hollywood break will come from. But it probably won’t start with an unexpected text message about a virtual casting call. That’s...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/12/how-spot-latest-job-scams?utm_source=govdelivery
Scams can be hard to spot because they often look just like the real thing. That includes job scams. They crop up on real job sites, including places like...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2022/05/want-work-home-spot-scams-first
These days, working from home is pretty common. It’s a win-win for both those hoping to avoid a commute, and companies looking for talent from all over the...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/features/how-avoid-imposter-scams
Imposter scams come in many varieties, but work the same way: a scammer pretends to be someone you trust to convince you to send them money. Learn how to spot...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/avoiding-and-reporting-gift-card-scams
Only scammers will tell you to buy a gift card, like a Google Play or Apple Card, and give them the numbers off the back of the card. No matter what they say,...
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https://commission.europa.eu/news-and-media/news/coronavirus-commission-urges-online-platforms-collaborate-and-continue-fighting-consumer-scams-2020-11-06_en
Commissioner Reynders is today meeting the 11 online platforms participating in the structured dialogue on tackling online consumer scams...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2021/03/help-fight-covid-vaccine-scams-share-these-tips-those-you-know
Since the start of the pandemic, people are spending a lot more time alone at home.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/12/spot-holiday-job-scams
Lots of folks look for jobs during the holiday season to make some extra cash or pay bills. But scammers follow seasonal employment trends, too, advertising...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/11/veterans-scams
As we approach Veterans Day, we thank our veterans for their service and sacrifice. But not everyone has a vet’s best interests in mind. Whether you left the...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/nanny-and-caregiver-job-scams
Caregiver websites can help you find jobs. But scammers also use them to find people to rip off.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/03/getting-word-out-about-ftc-imposter-scams
Using old tactics and new twists, scammers are impersonating government agencies, including the FTC, to try to steal people’s personal information and money....
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2022/02/romance-scams-2021-fraudsters-left-you-fakers-right
Love happens year-round, not only on Valentine’s Day. Unfortunately, romance scams are the same.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2020/07/keep-calm-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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https://consumer.ftc.gov/scams
The official website of the Federal Trade Commission, protecting America’s consumers for over 100 years.
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