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How to avoid scams while applying for Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)

That random call saying “you’ve won a prize” is a scam

How to avoid government grant scams that offer free money for personal expenses

Welcome to National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) 2026

How to avoid a side hustle scam

Got a letter about unemployment benefits you didn’t file? That’s identity theft

Why can’t that new love interest meet in person?

Planning your finances for the year to come? Here are some tools that can help

No, that’s not your boss asking you to buy gift cards

You're invited to a one-hour webinar on how to help protect yourself and the older adults in your life from identity theft

Can you spot a fake loan text scam?

This Identity Theft Awareness Week, find tools and events just for you

Hang up on unexpected calls saying you owe back taxes. Those are scams (video)

Parents and student athletes: If you’re hearing from sports agents, you’ll want to read this

Traveling to the Olympics in Italy? Here’s how to avoid a scam

Spot the scams when fixing your credit

Influencers are pushing this illegal trick to “fix” your credit report (video)

Planning for 2026? Add Identity Theft Awareness Week to your calendar

FTC warns businesses about fake reviews

Stolen funds for the holidays: Spot this military bank scam