Investing in gold and silver may sound like a safe, low-risk way to make big money. But hidden fees, as well as a dealer’s failure to reveal how risky this type of investment really is, could cost you dearly.
The FTC recently announced a...
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Promises of quick, easy money can be a powerful lure. Ads and seminars may promise a lucrative business opportunity or investment. But if you pay, you may find the investment is worthless. Take your time, investigate the business, and be...
Scammers are shameless and clever. They even take advantage of people struggling to earn an income through a business or job opportunity.
If you are looking for a business or job opportunity, steer clear of any company or person claiming...
Learn the signs of a business opportunity scam straight from the source: a former telemarketing con artist.
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Scam artists can make a snow cone shop in the North Pole sound like a gold mine. But there are warning signs that a new business opportunity may just be a ruse to steal your money. And who better to share those warning signs than a former phone...
Operation Bottom Dollar is the FTC's effort to stop scammers who falsely promise job seekers access to job opportunities. Job seekers pay an ufpfront fee, which many can barely afford, and get nothing in return. Learn how to spot a scam in your...
An identity thief may use your Social Security number to get a job or to take your tax refund. Contact the IRS if they send you a notice saying their records show:
you were paid by an employer you don't knowmore than one tax return was filed...Promises of quick, easy money can be a powerful lure, and seminars provide a perfect setting to get people excited about a new venture. The energetic atmosphere can make it easy to buy into what appears to be a promising business opportunity or...
