FTC Warns Fake Rental Listings Can Become Identity-Theft Traps
The FTC says rental scams do not just steal deposits. They can also collect enough personal data to create longer fraud and credit-report headaches.
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FTC Says RentGrow Screening Errors Could Cost Renters Housing
The FTC says tenant-screening reports still have to meet Fair Credit Reporting Act standards for accuracy and source disclosures.
FTC: Military Debt Relief Pitches Can Be a Credit Scam
The FTC says scammers are using fake military debt-forgiveness promises to collect fees and personal information from service members and veterans.
FTC: Identity Theft Victims Have a Right to Key Fraud Records
The FTC says companies cannot ignore Fair Credit Reporting Act duties when identity theft victims ask for transaction records tied to fraud.
How to Tell the Difference Between a Real Debt Collector and a Scam
Some scam calls sound close enough to real debt collection to create panic. Official CFPB and FTC guidance can help you slow the call down and look for the right details.
How to Spot an Advance-Fee Credit Repair or Debt Relief Scam
Promises to erase debt or fix credit for an upfront fee should slow you down. Here are common warning signs and what official guidance says consumers can do for themselves first.
FTC Says Imposter Scams Cost Consumers $3.5 Billion in 2025
New FTC data show imposter scams remain a huge threat, especially when criminals pose as banks, government agencies, or familiar brands.
FTC Says Jury-Duty Threat Scams Can Lead to Fraud Losses Fast
The FTC warns that fake arrest threats tied to jury duty can push people into payment-app losses and identity exposure before they can think clearly.
After the Canvas Cyberattack, Expect the Second Wave of Scams
The FTC warns that after a breach headline, scam texts, calls, and emails often arrive before consumers have solid facts.
FTC: Surprise Credit Card Rate-Lowering Offers Are a Red Flag
The FTC says cold calls offering quick interest-rate relief often depend on fees, vague promises, and pressure that do not solve the real debt problem.