Coronavirus Scams
Feds Warn Firms Touting COVID-19 Cures, Treatments
Mare's milk, chaga tea among products being hawked during pandemic
MyLife.com Sued Over Deceptive Practices
Consumers paid millions, tricked by suggestions of sex offenses and other crimes
How to Stay Safe From Online Banking Scams
Fraudsters may target older adults who are managing accounts digitally
False Ads Offer Stimulus Money for Hearing Aids
Two firms deceived consumers with mailings touting $1,000 for medical devices, FTC says
Watch Out for Keto Diet Supplement Scams
Two women in their 80s among dieters who lost money, not weight
Stimulus Check Scams
Fake Stimulus Checks Drive Traffic to Used-Car Sale
Federal lawsuit alleges deceptive and illegal tactics
This Is What a Real Treasury Check Looks Like
Secret Service reveals security features to deter fraud
Keep Your Stimulus Payment Out of Scammers’ Hands
AARP’s Fraud Watch Network is on your side during the pandemic
First Fraud Charges Involving Stimulus Loans Filed
Feds allege two men schemed to get relief money earmarked for small businesses
CFPB Director: Beware of Counterfeit Checks
Pandemic doesn't deter criminals hungry for your cash and sensitive data
In the News
IRS Lists Top 12 Tax Scams of 2020
How to keep your money and identity safe, and out of crooks' hands
Older Adults Slower to Adopt Payment Apps
AARP study finds many do not recognize scam risks when using PayPal, Venmo, other platforms
