Fraud News & Alerts
The newest scam alerts from federal consumer agencies, plus announcements from the Consumer Resource Center.
Latest fraud alerts
Published by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. Every link opens on consumer.ftc.gov.
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July 30, 2026
Talk to your friends and family to fight fraud
One of the best ways to fight fraud is to talk about it. When you know scammers’ tactics, they’re easier to spot and avoid. The FTC has some facts about fraud to help you start the conversation.
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July 27, 2026
Veterans: Don’t pay to apply for VA benefits
Scammers know that applying for veterans benefits is at the top of the to-do list when you’re getting ready to leave the military. That’s why they pretend to be with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and offer to…
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July 22, 2026
A way to spot scams: how someone asks you to pay
Let’s say someone contacts you unexpectedly and says you have to pay to fix a problem, get a prize, or something else. But then they say the only way to pay is by bank transfer, wire transfer, cryptocurrency, payment…
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July 20, 2026
Looking for a substance use disorder clinic? Scroll past paid ads
If you’re searching online for a substance use disorder clinic, the last thing you need is a scam. Unfortunately, some dishonest businesses have used paid search results to trick people into contacting their clinics…
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July 20, 2026
Veterans: Here’s help to protect your small business
As a veteran, you’ve worked hard to protect our country. And if you’re a veteran-run small business, you know how important it is to have protections against scammers and cybercriminals. Your best defense is an informed…
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July 15, 2026
Are you getting health insurance?
Looking for health insurance? Sometimes shady companies will try to make you think you’re buying health insurance when it’s really a medical discount plan. Watch this video to find out what to know to avoid the scams.
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July 13, 2026
How to spot fake rental listings during a military move
Whether you’ve been planning a move for months or you’re dealing with last-minute orders, military moves can be both exciting and stressful. The last thing you need is a rental scam to raise that stress level, so here’s…
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July 6, 2026
Can you spot debt relief scams that target the military?
Scammers promise to solve your debt problems to trick you into paying them instead of your actual lender. If a caller offers to help you enroll in a special “military debt forgiveness” program, pause. That’s probably a…
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