Cramming: Mystery Phone Charges Cramming is the practice of charging a customer's phone bill for services they did not request. This form from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) explains how to avoid being "crammed" and how to fight any unauthorized charges.
After a Disaster: Spam May Scam Don't be conned into giving to a charity that does not exist. Use this Federal Trade Commission (FTC) form to get educated about fake charities
Could Biz Opp Offers Be Out for Your Coffers? This brochure from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) explains the importance of getting pre-investment information in writing, and researching other aspects of the business' performance by interviewing other people who have bought into the program.
Medical Billing Opportunities: Worth a Second Opinion Use this brochure to learn about the medical billing field. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Medical billing opportunity promoters often misrepresent earnings potential and don't provide key, pre-investment information required by law.
Day Trading Ads: Cutting Through the 'Bull' This brochure from the Federal Trade Commission cautions consumers about ads for some day trading systems or advisory services that make investing look like a virtual bonanza.
Invention Promotion Firms The Federal Trade Commission urges consumers to use caution when it comes to determining market potential for their inventions. Use this brochure to learn tips to avoid falling for the sweet-sounding promises of a fraudulent promotion firm.
Investment Risks The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) cautions consumers about ventures that are touted as sure-fire money-makers. This brochure explains approaches used by investment scam artists to take your money.
Seminar Pitch: A Real Curve Ball The Federal Trade Commission warns consumers about solicitations and infomercials promoting seminars and conferences that promise to help consumers make a lot of money. Use this brochure to learn tips to avoid getting hit by the seminar pitch.
Dont Let Deception Steal Your Invention The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) urges consumers to use caution when it comes to determining market potential for their inventions. Read this form to learn tips to avoid falling for the sweet-sounding promises of a fraudulent promotion firm.
