Tax season is here — don't fall for these common scams

The FTC is warning taxpayers to keep an eye out for phishing and smishing scams aimed at stealing tax refunds and personal ...
NBC Washington

FTC to send $4.1 million to over 27,000 borrowers defrauded by student loan forgiveness scams

The Federal Trade Commission announced on Wednesday it is refunding $4.1 million to 27,584 consumers who fell victim to student debt forgiveness scams. The action follows a 2019 complaint the FTC made ...

Amazon to mail some Prime customers up to $51 in refunds after FTC settlement

Amazon is required to pay a $1 billion civil penalty, and provide $1.5 billion in refunds to consumers harmed by shady enrollment practices.

No, the IRS didn't text or email you - 3 ways to protect yourself from scams

No, the IRS didn't text or email you - 3 ways to protect yourself from scams ...
Stuttgart Daily Leader

That text or email about your ‘tax refund’ is a scam

Tax season is approaching, and if you’re getting a refund, scammers are looking to steal it before you’ve had a chance to claim it. So, before you respond to a text or email about a “tax refund” — ...