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1. Scams | Consumer Advice - Federal Trade Commission
Link: https://consumer.ftc.gov/scams
Description: WEBScams | Consumer Advice. Learn about the latest scams, and get advice to help you avoid, report, and recover from them. Vea esta página en español. Avoiding and Reporting Scams. How To Avoid a Scam. Recognizing these common signs of a scam could help you avoid falling for one. What To Do If You Were Scammed.
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2. The top scams of 2022 | Consumer Advice - Federal Trade …
Link: https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/02/top-scams-2022
Description: WEBHere are some highlights from 2022: Investment scams were huge, with reported losses of $3.8 billion. That’s more than people lost to any other scam, and more than double the loss reported in 2021. Impersonator scams were still the most-reported scam, with reported losses of $2.6 billion.
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3. Scams and fraud | USAGov
Link: https://www.usa.gov/scams-and-fraud
Description: WEBMost popular. Find out where to report a scam. Learn about the warning signs of identity theft. What is an imposter scam? Where to report scams. Use USA.gov’s scam reporting tool to identify a scam and help you find the right government agency or consumer organization to report it.
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4. How to Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams | Consumer Advice
Link: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams
Description: WEBScammers use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your personal and financial information. But there are several ways to protect yourself. How To Recognize Phishing. How To Protect Yourself From Phishing Attacks. What To Do if You Suspect a Phishing Attack. What To Do if You Responded to a …
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5. Common Scams and Crimes — FBI
Link: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-scams-and-crimes
Description: WEBThe following are some of the most common scams and crimes that the FBI encounters, as well as tips to help prevent you from being victimized.
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6. Find and Report a Scam | Better Business Bureau
Link: https://www.bbb.org/scamtracker
Description: WEBSpot a scam? Tell the BBB about it. Help the Better Business Bureau investigate scams and warn others. Report a scam or fraud, or browse and view scams reported by others.
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7. Scam & Fraud Protection Guide - Consumer Reports
Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/money/scams-fraud/how-to-protect-yourself-from-scams-and-fraud-a6839928990/
Description: WEBJul 6, 2023 · Use the CR scam protection guide to avoid the reach of sophisticated scammers who target you by text, email, social media, QR codes, ATM cards, and more.
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8. What are some common types of scams? - Consumer Financial …
Link: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/ask-cfpb/what-are-some-common-types-of-scams-en-2092/
Description: WEBMar 13, 2024 · Español. Scammers are constantly finding new ways to steal your money, from blackmail to romance scams to selling nonexistent items. Learn about the warning signs of common fraud and scams so you can protect yourself and others. Common types of fraud and scams. Here are some of the most common types of fraud and scams.
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9. How to Protect Yourself From Common Scams - Consumer Reports
Link: https://www.consumerreports.org/scams-fraud/how-to-protect-yourself-from-common-scams/
Description: WEBFeb 1, 2022 · Consumer Reports shows you how to protect yourself from common scams, including imposter, employment, online shopping, sweepstakes, and investment schemes.
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10. Fraud and scams | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Link: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/fraud/
Description: WEBScams are constantly changing. You can protect yourself by knowing what to look out for. Read more. Understand identity theft. Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud. No matter how much goes missing, you should take action. Read more. Learn how to protect yourself and others from fraud and scams.
