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Rental Listing Scams
When you’re looking for an apartment or vacation rental, you’re probably looking at price, location and amenities.
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Government Grant Scams
Offers of free money from government grants are scams. Here’s how to avoid a government grant scam, and how to report it.
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Only scammers demand utility payments in cryptocurrency
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Contacted about a long-lost relative’s inheritance? Hold on a minute
The FTC has been getting reports of people getting letters in the mail from a law firm. They are, they say, looking for the heir of a multi-million-dollar inheritance. And they think it might be you. (Spoiler alert: it’s not.)
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Don’t click on that random text. It’s a scam
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Scammers target disaster victims. Spot their traps
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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.
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Multi-Level Marketing Businesses and Pyramid Schemes
Some multi-level marketing businesses are illegal pyramid schemes. Before joining an MLM program, here are some things to know.
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Some companies promise you a low-interest loan or credit card, but want a fee first. They’re scams. Learn the warning signs.
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How To Spot, Avoid, and Report Tech Support Scams
Tech support scammers want you to pay them to fix a non-existent computer problem. Learn how to avoid and report tech support scams.