Identity Theft

Don’t Get Parked by a Scam: How to Spot Fake Violation Notices If you’ve ever returned to your car to find a parking ticket tucked under the wiper, your heart probably sinks. Now, scammers are exploiting that exact feeling of dread. According to a recent consumer alert from the North Carolina Department of Justice (NCDOJ), drivers are being targeted by a new wave of parking violation scams designed to steal money and personal information. ...

What the FTC Wants You to Know About Today’s Top Scams During National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a webinar to shed light on the most pressing scam trends affecting people right now. The goal wasn’t to scare consumers, but to arm them with knowledge. As fraudsters refine their tactics, understanding their current playbook is your first and best line of defense. ...

Don’t Fall for the Fake Ticket: A New Parking Scam Hits North Carolina If you drive in North Carolina, be on high alert. The state’s Department of Justice recently issued a warning about a convincing new scam designed to trick drivers into paying for parking violations they never committed. This fraud is a timely reminder that scammers are constantly refining their tactics, and a moment of confusion can lead to real financial loss. ...

What the FTC’s Latest Scam Alert Means for You Staying ahead of scammers is a constant challenge. Just when you think you’ve heard of every trick, they invent a new one. That’s why the recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) webinar, held during National Consumer Protection Week, is so valuable. It cut through the noise to highlight the specific fraud tactics that are currently trapping people. By understanding these trends, you can build a stronger defense for your wallet and personal information. ...

That Parking Ticket on Your Windshield Might Be a Scam If you’ve returned to your car to find a parking violation notice tucked under the wiper, your first instinct might be frustration—and then to pay it quickly to avoid more trouble. But authorities are warning that scammers are now exploiting this very reaction with a new fraud scheme. ...

What the FTC Wants You to Know About Today’s Top Scams During a recent National Consumer Protection Week webinar, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) pulled back the curtain on the scam tactics that are currently tricking people out of their money and personal information. While scams are a constant threat, their methods evolve rapidly. The FTC’s latest insights provide a crucial snapshot of what to watch for right now, offering a valuable opportunity to update your defenses. ...

The Long Con: How “Pig Butchering” Scams Work and How to Protect Yourself You meet someone new online. The conversation starts casually, perhaps on a social media platform or a dating app. Over weeks or even months, a genuine-seeming friendship or romance blossoms. They share details about their life, ask about yours, and the connection feels real. Then, eventually, the topic turns to money—a can’t-miss investment opportunity, a sudden personal crisis, or a complex financial favor. If you engage, you may become the latest victim of a “pig butchering” scam, a devastating fraud that is seeing a sharp rise, prompting warnings from officials like the New York Attorney General. ...

The Latest Scams and How You Can Avoid Them Every year, National Consumer Protection Week serves as a crucial reminder to review our digital habits. Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a webinar focusing on the newest tactics scammers are using to part people from their money and personal information. While the specific details of every scam evolve, the underlying principles of fraud remain consistent. Understanding these trends is your first line of defense. ...

What the FTC Wants You to Know About Today’s Top Scams Staying ahead of scammers is a constant challenge. Their tactics evolve as quickly as our technology does, making ongoing awareness a key part of personal financial security. Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a webinar during National Consumer Protection Week to shed light on the most pressing fraud trends circulating right now. The insights aren’t just for experts; they’re essential knowledge for anyone who uses a phone, email, or the internet. ...

Don’t Get Fattened Up: How to Recognize and Avoid “Pig Butchering” Scams You get a friendly, unexpected message. Maybe it’s on a dating app, social media, or even a wrong-number text. The person is charming, engaging, and over weeks or months, a seemingly genuine relationship or friendship blossoms. Then, the conversation turns to a “can’t-miss” investment opportunity. This slow-burn strategy is the hallmark of a “pig butchering” scam, a devastating fraud that has prompted warnings from authorities like the New York State Attorney General. Understanding how it works is your first and best defense. ...