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How to File a Complaint with the Federal Trade Commission

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:23:39 -0800

If youve been ripped off or scammed, complain to the Federal Trade Commission. It can help put the bad guys out of business. To file a complaint, just go to www.ftc.gov/complaint or call 1-877-FTC-HELP.

Money Wiring Scams

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:06:31 -0800

This video shows some common money wiring scams, and what happens to some people who meet the scams.

Operation Bottom Dollar

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:00:37 -0800

If you’re looking for a job, you may see ads for firms that promise results. Many of these firms may be legitimate and helpful, but others may misrepresent their services, promote out-dated or fictitious job offerings, or charg

Robocalls: All the Rage

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:16:07 -0700

Tweets about Rachel form Cardholder Services

Tech Support Scam - Undercover Investigation

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 09:40:40 -0700

Excerpted from an undercover buy between a scammer and an FTC investigator. The scammer claims the investigator’s computer has a problem, but the warning messages he shows her appear on most computers and don’t mean that the computer is infected.

Fraud - An Inside Look

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:24:37 -0700

Real consumers, who fell for the pitch, tell their stories and a former scammer gives an insider account of how these operations use high-pressure tactics and how consumers can protect themselves.

Diversity Visa Lottery Scam

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:57:52 -0700

This video helps people entering the State Department's Diversity Visa Lottery spot, avoid and report scams.

Scams Against Immigrants

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:43:23 -0700

Moncia Vaca, an attorney with the FTC, describes the scams that someone can come across while in the immigration process, how to avoid the scams, and how to report them.

Consumer Sentinel

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:23:34 -0800

Consumer Sentinel is the unique investigative cyber tool that provides members of the Consumer Sentinel Network with access to millions of consumer complaints.

Avoid Foreclosure Rescue Scams

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:55:50 -0700

Scammers are targeting people having trouble paying their mortgages. These so-called foreclosure rescue companies promise to stop foreclosure. But theyre out to make a quick buck, and can turn a homeowners distress into disaster.

Anatomy of a Cancer Treatment Scam

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:23:27 -0800

Curious about a product that claims to treat or cure cancer? According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers should talk to their doctor before trying or buying such products and should not stop or delay their conventional treatment.

Money Transfer Scams

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:23:41 -0700

Scam artists use a number of elaborate schemes to get your money, and many involve money transfers through companies like Western Union and MoneyGram.

Job Scams

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:23:45 -0800

If you're looking for a job, you may see ads for firms that promise results.

Hang Up on Phone Fraud

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:43:23 -0700

This video explains how to recognize and report phone fraud and encourages consumers to register their number in the National Do Not Call Registry.

Hang Up on Fraudulent Telemarketing

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:24:06 -0800

This video explains how to recognize and report phone fraud and encourages consumers to register their number in the National Do Not Call Registry.

Free Trials Can Cost You

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:23:41 -0800

Avoid the hidden costs in some free trial programs.

The Truth About Medical Discount Plans

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:21:27 -0800

The Federal Trade Commission wants you to know that although some medical discount plans provide legitimate discounts, others take people's money and offer very little in return.

Operation Empty Promises: Job and Business Opportunity Scams

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:23:51 -0800

The FTC Steps Up Efforts Against Scams That Target Financially-Strapped Consumers.

Fraud - An Inside Look (short version)

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:23:40 -0800

Real consumers, who fell for the pitch, tell their stories and a former scammer gives an insider account of how these operations use high-pressure tactics and how consumers can protect themselves.

FTC v. BlueHippo

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:23:33 -0800

The FTC lodged contempt charge against BlueHippo. The company pocketed more than $15 million from consumers but almost none received a computer.