How to Report Scams

How to Report Scams

Report scams online to the Federal Trade Commission at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov You can also call 1-877-382-4357. The FTC is the primary government agency that collects scam complaints. Your State Attorney General’s Office can help too. Find your State...
How to Recognize a Phone Scam

How to Recognize a Phone Scam

Some scammers say you “”won a prize”” and try to make you pay something to claim your prize. This is a scam. Government law enforcement and debt collection offices will never call you and threaten you. Any calls like this are scams. Scammers...
Is My Money Safe in a Bank Account?

Is My Money Safe in a Bank Account?

Keeping money in a bank account is safe because most accounts are insured for up to $250,000 by the federal government. Benefits of using a bank account: You have more protection against fraud and accidental charges. Direct deposit into your account means money you...