Scams
Each year, millions of consumers lose their money, their trust, their privacy and, in some cases, their safety to scammers. This module is designed to educate and empower consumers to recognize and avoid all types of scams, whether perpetrated online, by phone or mail, or in person.
Publication List
Just Say No to Scams
Scammers cheat unsuspecting consumers out of millions of dollars each year, but there are ways to avoid becoming a scammer’s next victim. This guide will help consumers understand how crooks reel in their prey, recognize and evade scam attempts, and learn about scam prevention and reporting resources.
Just Say No to Scams (Quick Tips)
The Just Say No to Scams “quick tips” sheet provides consumers with the basics of recognizing the signs of a scam, understanding how to protect themselves and knowing where they can learn more.
Common Scams: Recognizing and avoiding fraud
This compendium of widely perpetrated scams provides details about how common scams are carried out, how consumers can avoid them, and where to report different types of scam attempts. It is intended for use with the “Just Say No to Scams” consumer guide.
Just Say No to Scams (Quick Tips) (Spanish)
La hoja informativa con consejos breves “Diga no a las estafas” ofrece al consumidor conceptos básicos para ayudarle a reconocer las señales de fraude y protegerse. También explica dónde denunciar los fraudes y dónde obtener más información.