Your credit report affects your ability to get a loan or job, and could help you avoid identity theft. You can get a truly free credit report from AnnualCreditReport.com.
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How to protect your personal information from identity thieves.
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Report scams to the FTC online or by phone.
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Tips for dealing with robocalls.
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Reduce telemarketing calls by registering your phone number for free at DoNotCall.gov.
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Understand your rights when dealing with debt collectors.
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Take a these steps to regain control after identity theft.
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This video describes how consumers can evaluate online reviews and recommendations when shopping.
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Help limit damage from identity theft with a few quick actions.
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If an ad claims a work-at-home business can make you rich quick, you’re probably looking at a scam
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Be aware of the warning signs and hang up on phone fraud.
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What you can to avoid, detect and get rid of viruses and spyware.
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Don't pay for the promise for a job. Learn how to avoid job scams.
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Many everyday activities allow businesses access to information about you.
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Don't wire money to someone you don't know.
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Read the fine print — or free trials can wind up costing you.
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Want to lose weight? Don't believe ads promising quick and easy weight loss without any diet or exercise.
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If a telemarketer asks for money or account information to collect a "prize," hang up. It's a scam.
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Here’s why you don’t want to pay fees to a business that promises to lower your monthly car payment or help stop a repossession.
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If you need cash fast, you may have options besides expensive payday loans.
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If you answer the phone and hear a recorded sales message — hang up
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Illegal robocalls are the rise and the FTC is working to solve the problem.
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Don't be fooled — or robbed — by dishonest promises to save your home from foreclosure.
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This video explains how ID theft can affect clients of legal services attorneys, social workers, and other advocates, and how to use Taking Charge and the Guide for Assisting Identity Theft Victims to resolve problems.
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There is an unexpected visitor at someone's home.
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This video shows what happens when someone makes just the minimum payment on a credit card balance.
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AnnualCreditReport.com is the only authorized source to get your free credit report under federal law.
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This video shows what happens when someone gets a payday loan but can’t pay it back right away.
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This video shows what happens when one person gets a free credit report from AnnualCreditReport.com and someone else gets a “free” credit score from a TV ad.
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Con artists sometimes impersonate government officials to trick you into sending money.
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If you want to know how bright a light bulb is, look at its lumens.
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AnnualCreditReport.com is the only authorized source to get your free credit report under federal law.
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Business “opportunities” often don't live up to the hype. Take your time and ask questions before you consider an investment.
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Clues that someone may have stolen your identity.
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Steps you can take to safeguard your child's personal information against identity theft.
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Practical tips to increase your gas mileage.
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Steps to take right away if your identity has been stolen.
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Phishers are looking to lure you with bogus emails and pop-ups that seem safe. Will you take the bait or live to swim another day?
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Know your rights when employers check your background.
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If you have to pay a fee in advance for a guaranteed loan or credit card — you’re dealing with a rip-off.
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Learn the signs of a business opportunity scam.
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Don't believe ads that claim you can start an online business without much work or money.
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Knowing the rules of the U.S. Diversity Lottery can help you avoid a scam.
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Identify and avoid job and business opportunity scams.
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Young people learn the key concepts of advertising, competition and other consumer topics in a virtual mall setting.
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A counterfeit check can take weeks to discover — and cost you a bundle.
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Scammers may pretend to represent charities to take advantage of your generosity.
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Learn how to identify scams promising treatments for cancer.
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Answer questions about health products and information online.
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An online love interest who lures you from a dating site and asks for money is probably a scam artist.
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Scammers may pretend to be your relatives or friends, urging you to wire money immediately to help them with an emergency.
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Internet hoaxes spread when we share first and ask questions later.
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FTC attorney Kati Daffan shares five strategies for fighting illegal robocalls in this video produced by the GSA.
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Before you research travel offers, prepare yourself. Read these trip tips.
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Tips to help you save energy — and money — in your home.
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Wiring money is like sending cash — once it’s gone, you can't get it back.
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This video shows some common money wiring scams, and what happens to some people who meet the scams.
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Here are some tips to make sure your charity contributions are put to good use.
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Learn to tell the difference between a legitimate travel deal and a travel trick.
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Don't pay for the promise for a job. Learn how to avoid job scams.
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If a company asks you to pay them for a guaranteed job placement, you're likely dealing with a scam.
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Recognize and report scammers who falsely promise help with immigration.
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Having trouble paying your mortgage? Learn how to avoid foreclosure rescue scams and get real help.
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This video shows what happens when someone learns the hard way why she should care about her identity.
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Use these computer security tips to help protect your computer and your personal information.
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Can you spot spam scams?
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This video shows what happens when someone gets a prepaid card without checking out the fees first.
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There is an unexpected visitor at a store.
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Protect your computer from spyware and viruses that can cause it to run slowly or give fraudsters access to your personal information.
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Looking for a great product at a great price? These tips can help.
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Look out for fees hidden in "free" trial offers.
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If you use public Wi-Fi networks, take these steps to protect your personal information.
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Check your monthly statements for unexpected charges. This will help you avoid paying for things you didn't buy.
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An expert explains the inner workings of business opportunity telemarketing scams.
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When shopping for light bulbs, look at lumens instead of watts. The more lumens, the brighter the light.
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Identify ads and understand their messages
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Don't pay someone to help you with immigration unless they are authorized by the U.S. government.
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Notarios are not authorized by the U.S. to help with immigration.
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Your identity's been stolen! Luckily, this time you just need to correctly answer some questions on protecting your identity to get it back.
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Talk to your kids about staying safe online.
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Tips for getting immigration help.
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Consumer Sentinel is a nationwide system for law enforcement to track consumer complaints.
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Get legitimate help in completing immigration forms.
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Test your online shopping smarts and learn if you can spot a risky offer
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Learn how to protect yourself and your personal information online.
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Questions to ask before wiring money to friends or family in another country.
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Medical discount plans are not health insurance. In fact, many of these plans are scams.
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Be sure the information on your immigration form is accurate before you sign.
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Protect the wireless network in your home.
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Kids can stop cyberbullies by standing up for themselves or someone else.
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Scammers can rob you of money — and your chance to immigrate.
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Learn the techniques advertisers use to relate to audiences.
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An unexpected visitor arrives at the office.
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Use Admongo in the classroom to teach kids about advertising.
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Understand who the advertiser is and why they want you to take a specific action.
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Stop wireless hackers by answering these wireless security questions.
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Young people learn to identify ads and their messages
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Young people identify the messages within ads.
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Evaluate online reviews and recommendations when shopping.
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The things kids post online could have an impact on people in the real world.
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You've already lost one laptop, Agent Smith. Your job's on the line if it happens again. Make wise choices this time, and it's mission accomplished.
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Young people learn the meaning behind ads.
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Helps kids learn why and how to stay safe online.
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Teaches kids how to protect themselves online with privacy settings and good online practices.
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Enter the world of Admongo to get "aducated" about ads and their messages.
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Test your peer-to-peer file-sharing smarts
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Test your savvy when it comes to making friends online.
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Get a glimpse of your future as your investing intelligence is put to the test.
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Put your online auction know-how to the test.
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This video describes the FTC Robocall Challenge and introduces one of the winners.
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Promote the We Don’t Serve Teens message by asking your local radio station to run this 15 second public service announcement.
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Promote the We Don’t Serve Teens message by asking your local radio station to run this 30 second public service announcement.
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NCPW.gov is the one site on the web with free consumer information from federal agencies, state governments, consumer organizations and local consumer protection authorities.
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This video shows how someone compares the costs when choosing a place open savings and checking accounts.
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This video shows how keeping a budget helps someone pay all his bills.
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This video shows how someone gets into trouble with an immigration consultant – and then out of trouble again.
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the nation’s consumer protection agency. The FTC works to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices in the marketplace.
