FTC sues phone scammers who promised free money
The FTC says that Phoenix-based telemarketers bilked consumers out of millions with fake promises of free grant money and internet business opportunities. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed FTC sues phone scammers who promised free money
The FTC fights international scams
If you have a phone, you’ve probably heard from an IRS imposter — someone claiming you owe thousands of dollars and better pay up immediately, or else terrible things will happen. In the last nine months, more than 111,000 of you reported calls like that to the FTC, and dozens wrote blog comments about callers […]
FTC examines crowdfunding
Crowdfunding is the use of online platforms to fund a project or cause by raising money from a large number of people. As part of its FinTech series, the FTC will take a closer look at crowdfunding during a half-day forum on October 26. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed FTC examines crowdfunding
VW buybacks and lease terminations to begin
Earlier this year, the FTC sued Volkswagen for falsely claiming that its diesel cars had low levels of harmful emissions. A federal judge has approved the FTC order that requires Volkswagen to provide up to $10 billion to owners and lessees of VW and Audi 2.0 liter diesel cars. The FTC has pointers for people […]
Kids turning 16? Check their credit report.
Any parent or guardian of a child knows the milestones that come with turning 16 – learning to drive, maybe dating, or thinking about college. But now, there’s one more: checking their credit report. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Kids turning 16? Check their credit report.
Alert for Spanish-speaking victims of a mortgage relief scam
Over the summer, we told you about a mortgage relief scam that defrauded homeowners in financial distress. The case especially affected Spanish-speaking homeowners in Southern California. According to the FTC, Brookstone Law and Advantis Law firms convinced homeowners to make an upfront payment to join a mortgage lawsuit against banks and lenders, supposedly to help […]
Buying cosmetic contact lenses without a prescription is scary
Halloween is right around the corner. And if you’re looking to top off your costume by wearing cosmetic contact lenses, read on. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Buying cosmetic contact lenses without a prescription is scary
Government imposters target commercial truck owners
What’s one kind of scam targeting you and everyone you know? Imposter scams. They happen when scammers pretend to be a person, business, or government agency you trust, then try to convince you to send money. One of their latest targets: people who own tractor-trailer trucks and other commercial vehicles. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed […]
Money-making scheme targets older people and veterans
If you’re just getting by, and someone offers you the chance to earn more money through a business opportunity, you might be willing to listen, right? Unfortunately, those offers often turn out to be just another scam. Today the FTC announced charges against three people and multiple companies behind a telemarketing scheme that targeted older […]
Buying a Used Car
Whether you’re 16 or 60, buying a used car can be an exciting experience. But it can also be a big financial commitment, with some industry reports estimating that the average price of a used car is close to $20,000. A new consumer.gov article gives you tips for buying a used car, written in a […]