Closing the door on home buying company Opendoor’s false claims

When you sell a house, you're looking to get the most you can for it. What if a company promised you’d make more money selling it to them than you would on the open market? | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 2 years ago

How to stop USPS junk mail

Tired of having your mailbox crammed with ads and other mail you didn’t ask for, like preapproved credit card applications? | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 2 years ago

How to Avoid a Scam

Recognizing these common signs of a scam could help you avoid falling for one. Four Signs That It’s a Scam | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 2 years ago

Social media is no place for Covid-19 vaccination cards

Some of you are celebrating your second COVID-19 vaccination with the giddy enthusiasm that’s usually reserved for weddings, new babies, and other life events. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 3 years ago

Stopping unsolicited mail, phone calls and emails

Here’s how to limit the number of unsolicited mailings, calls, and emails you get. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 4 years ago

FTC warning on buying internet connected smart toys

Before giving in to your kid's plea for a new toy, you may want to collect some information about it. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 4 years ago

FTC Refunds: The real deal or not?

Sometimes the FTC is able to return money to people who were ripped off in a con artist’s scheme. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago

AdvoCare business model was pyramid scheme

Are you thinking about joining a multi-level marketing business to earn extra money? | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago

Refunds for Global Access Technical Support Customers

If you paid for technical support services from Global Access Technical Support (GATS), you’ll be getting a letter or an email from the Federal Trade Commission about a refund. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago

Outlet shopping: The deal is in the details

For many of us, it just wouldn’t be a summer beach vacation without shopping at the local outlet mall. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago

Keys to avoiding home rental scams

Need more space than an apartment, condo or townhouse can offer, but not ready to buy? | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago

The top frauds of 2018

Every year, millions of you tell us – and our partners – about the frauds you spotted. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago

Right to Post Honest Reviews

You probably read customer reviews to learn what people say about their experiences with a business or product. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago

Make it a scam-free vacation

It’s almost summer! | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago

Your Social Security number is an important key for an identity thief. | Continue reading


@consumer.ftc.gov | 5 years ago