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Consumer Advice: How to Avoid a Scam

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

FTC's Consumer Advice website offers practical guidance and education on a variety of financial topics, including online security, scams, and identity theft. This How to Avoid a Scam webpage (also available as a printed PDF) offers guidance on recognizing, avoiding, and reporting scams.

Knowledge Area
Financial Literacy
Languages
English
Spanish