FAFSA® student aid filings begin October 1
If you’re a high school or college student, or their parent, it’s nearly time for the 2018-19 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, which becomes available October 1, 2017. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed FAFSA® student aid filings begin October 1
FAFSA student aid filings begin October 1
If you’re a high school or college student, or their parent, it’s nearly time for FAFSA. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) filing season opens October 1 for the 2018-19 academic year. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed FAFSA student aid filings begin October 1
Organic mattress claim put to bed
Some parents will spend top dollar for the comfort or safety rating, while others may invest in an organic label. But what if a company makes claims it can’t support? According to the FTC, one company, Moonlight Slumber, LLC, deceptively advertised its mattresses as organic and labeled its products with a safety shield it invented. […]
Recovering from Hurricane Maria
It’s been a devastating hurricane season. First Harvey and Irma, and now Hurricane Maria has pummeled Puerto Rico. It’s time to take stock and develop a recovery plan. Here are a few tips and links to resources to help make the task less burdensome. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Recovering from Hurricane Maria
Security smarts for smartwatches
Enjoying the convenience of a smartwatch means trusting it to keep your data safe. Smartwatches offer a variety of security features, so keep security in mind when you shop for one. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Security smarts for smartwatches
What’s affiliate marketing? Should I care?
Many of the ads you see online are created by marketers who are paid each time you click on their ad. And if that click takes you to a website where you sign up to try a product or you make a purchase, the marketer may get paid even more. These are affiliate marketers. Affiliate […]
Free credit freezes from Equifax
Many people have had very sensitive personal information exposed in the Equifax breach — Social Security numbers, account numbers, even drivers’ license numbers. Equifax is offering free credit freezes until November 21, 2017. The company also will refund fees to anyone who already paid for freezes since September 7, when it announced the breach. If […]
Order free FTC publications for your community
Sharing what you know with your community can help others make sound financial decisions, avoid scams, and recover from identity theft. To help you spread the word, the FTC has created nearly 200 free publications on a variety of topics and in multiple languages. Order now — it’s free! Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Order […]
Fraud alert or credit freeze – which is right for you?
Considering a fraud alert or credit freeze? In the aftermath of the Equifax data breach, many people are. You don’t need to be an identity theft victim to use them – but it’s helpful to consider your situation. If you’re not sure which is best for you, here are some things to think about. Source: […]
Equifax isn’t calling
Ring, ring. “This is Equifax calling to verify your account information.” Stop. Don’t tell them anything. They’re not from Equifax. It’s a scam. Equifax will not call you out of the blue. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Equifax isn’t calling