Consumer Alert
Activate your EIP Visa debit card now
Did you get an Economic Impact Payment VISA debit card in the mail from the U.S. Department of the Treasury?
Consumer Alert
Scams in online sales: when orders don’t arrive
When local stores ran out of the supplies we needed to manage COVID-19, many of us turned to online sources.
Consumer Alert
Fake emails about fake money from a fake COVID-19 fund
Because of COVID-19, unemployment rates are high and many people’s cash flows are low. Scammers view these as ripe conditions to strike.
Consumer Alert
COVID mask exemption cards are not from the government
To help limit the spread of the Coronavirus, many states are requiring people to wear face coverings in places open to the public.
Consumer Alert
FTC, SBA warn companies about SBA loan promises
The latest recipients of government warning letters are six companies that said they could speed U.S.
Consumer Alert
Getting stimulus checks from car dealerships? Nope.
During these difficult economic times, scammers will do almost anything to try to get your money.
Consumer Alert
What do COVID-19 scams look like in your state?
We’ve been telling you about the scams related to COVID-19.
Consumer Alert
FTC letters target more unproven MLM health and earnings claims
Worried about getting sick with COVID-19 or making ends meet because of a pandemic-related job loss? You may see social media posts offering an answer.