Be heard. Report scams to the FTC
We know that scammers target Latinos with calls and ads in English and Spanish because the FTC has sued to stop them. When the FTC hears about the Latino community’s experiences and collects their reports about frauds and scams, it helps everyone. Want to be part of the solution? Add your voice and help […]
Avoid scams in the aftermath of Merbok, Fiona and Ian
As recovery efforts continue in areas hit hard by mother nature’s recent bi-coastal punch, scammers are not far behind. They see tragedy as opportunity, and they’ll use the devastation caused by severe storms — like Typhoon Merbok, Hurricane Fiona, and Hurricane Ian, now headed for shore — to try to take advantage of those affected. As well as […]
Did you get an email saying your personal info is for sale on the dark web?
Image <img src=”https://consumer.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/s” /> Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Did you get an email saying your personal info is for sale on the dark web?
Hurricane Fiona: Make your donations count
Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Hurricane Fiona: Make your donations count
Spot impersonator scams and share what you know
Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Spot impersonator scams and share what you know
How companies manipulate you online – and what the FTC is doing to protect you
When you’re online, some companies try to trick you into buying things you don’t want. Or into giving them permission to use your personal information. The use of these deceptive designs, known as dark patterns, is on the rise, according to a new report from the FTC. So, what do these dark patterns look […]
Telling the truth about home mortgage help matters
If you’re having a hard time making your mortgage payments, we have some advice on what to do next. We also want you to know that there are companies out there who will say they’ll help but are out to take advantage of you. Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Telling the truth about […]
Got student loans? Spot scams related to the Sweet lawsuit
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FTC returns money to customers of deceptive auto dealerships
Buying a car is a big purchase that most of us have to finance. Many people who financed vehicles they bought at Tate’s Auto had their vehicles repossessed. Why? According to the FTC, Tate’s Auto, which had four dealerships across Arizona and New Mexico, misled their customers and lied to lenders. Today, the FTC […]
Let’s talk about scams that target Latinos
Image <img src=”https://consumer.ftc.gov/si” /> Source: FTC Scam Alert Feed Let’s talk about scams that target Latinos