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Federal Trade Commission Issues New Guide to Help Consumers Spot Scams

Written by XML Financial Group | Apr 2, 2024 2:00:00 PM

The FTC has created a new guide to help consumers spot online scams and learn how to avoid them. Part of their “Anatomy of an Imposter Scam” blog series, this post reveals how scammers use urgent messaging, threats, and conspiracy talk to separate people from their money. It also explains how staying calm and avoiding knee-jerk reactions can help people avoid being taken in.

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