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What to know ahead of Open Enrollment to avoid health insurance scams: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/wh…
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Who gets scammed more often, younger people or older adults? At the FTC, we know scammers target everyone, and FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC has a message that might surprise you.
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Scammer target people online with investment scams. Learn how to spot those scammers at ftc.gov/investmentscams
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If you’re looking for a job, learn how to spot and avoid job training scams. Learn more at: ftc.gov/jobscams
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Scammers commonly set up fake charities to take advantage of your generosity during natural disasters and other tragic events. This #IRS tool shows you how to verify a charity is legit before you give: irs.gov/teos #NationalPreparednessMonth
ALT A woman in a striped shirt holds a box labeled ‘DONATIONS.’ Text: Double-check before you donate. IRS logo.
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The FTC enforces compliance with the #TakeItDownAct to hold platforms accountable. If a platform fails to act within 48 hours of your takedown request, report the platform to the FTC. Watch FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC's message:
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Did an online platform fail to quickly take down your intimate images? Report it to the FTC: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/di…
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See a QR code parked somewhere? Don’t scan it…yet!
militaryconsumer.gov/blog/se…
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Was your intimate image shared online without your consent? Here’s what to do: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/wa…
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Scammers are spoofing car dealership websites: What you need to know: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/sc…
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How to spot a postcard scam targeting veterans: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/ho…
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That unexpected package you got could be a brushing scam: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/un…
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Are ads on social media vetted or checked for scams? Here’s what to know: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/ar…
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Struggling with tax debt? Here’s what to know: militaryconsumer.gov/2026/08…
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If you’re considering a business opportunity or learning how to trade online, learn how to spot investment training scams: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/ho…
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Military Consumer retweeted
Hey, online shoppers! Make sure your security software is up to date with protection against malware and viruses. More #TaxSecurity tips from the #IRS at irs.gov/security #BacktoSchool
ALT A red basket full of school supplies in front of a cell phone screen. Text: Back to school shopping online? Stay alert to scammers shopping for your data. IRS logo.
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Getting ready for college or back-to-school is a good time to talk with your teens about financial wellness. To help guide the conversation, the FTC has free tools on managing money, building credit, and protecting against identity theft: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/ho…
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These last days of summer can present opportunities to spend more time with your kids. If you’re talking with your 8-12 year-olds about making good decisions while they’re online, the FTC has a free tool called Youville to help: militaryconsumer.gov/blog/yo…
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Today marks the last day of Military Consumer Month 2026. But the work to help protect those who've served doesn't stop in July! Subscribe to militaryconsumer.gov/blog to get the latest on scams sent straight to your inbox all year long.
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The #IRS is aware of a scam urging taxpayers to use a fake “Digital Asset Compliance Portal.” This an attempt to steal from you. Do not fall for it. Learn more about tax scams at irs.gov/scams
ALT White background with text reading: BEWARE: Any communications referencing the IRS “Digital Assets Compliance Portal” is fake. This is not an IRS program. It’s a scam. IRS logo also displayed.
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