Archives for July, 2022

Payment processor’s sales pitches tricked small business owners

Today, people expect to swipe, dip, tap, enter, and use their credit and debit cards everywhere — including at small businesses, local shops, and neighborhood restaurants. If you own a small business, you’ve probably gotten a sales pitch for payment processing services. As the FTC’s case against First American Payment Processing and its affiliates […]

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Selling stuff online? Here’s how to avoid a scam

Selling stuff online can be a great way to make some extra cash. Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and other sites attract a lot of buyers — and scammers. Here are some ways scammers try to cheat you and what to do about it. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Selling stuff online? Here’s how […]

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Tune into Military Consumer all year long

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Military families combat identity theft amid life transitions

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Want to avoid dishonest debt collectors? Watch this video to learn how

During Military Consumer Month 2022, the FTC is highlighting resources to help veterans and their families navigate tricky situations they may find themselves in. Watch this video to see how Bryan, a U.S. Army veteran, was able to get debt collectors to stop contacting him about a debt he didn’t think he owed. […]

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Limited waiver for student loan forgiveness ends October 31

Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Limited waiver for student loan forgiveness ends October 31

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Jeweler’s deceptive and empty promises took advantage of servicemembers

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Buying a car or truck?

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Celebrate Disability Pride, avoid scams

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Scammers impersonate US immigration officers

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