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  2. Is that a scam? How to recognize and report fraudulent behavior

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    Visit identitytheft.gov if you shared sensitive information like your SSN. Complaints can be filed via the NJDCA website or via phone at 1-800-242-5846. Consumers can also report scams, potential ...

  3. How to spot debt collection scams: 6 signs to watch out for

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    Getting a call, email or letter from a company that claims to be a debt collector can be alarming. Before giving out any information, consider these six signs of a scam. 1. They pressure you. A ...

  4. Here's What to Do When You’re a Fraud or Scam Victim - AOL

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    Fraud alerts are free and last 90 days or seven years, depending on which type of alert you choose. To reach the three nationwide credit bureaus, just visit their website or give one of them a ...

  5. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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    The internet can be a fun place to interact with people and gain info, however, it can also be a dangerous place if you don't know what you're doing. Many times, these scams initiate from an unsolicited email. If you do end up getting any suspicious or fraudulent emails, make sure you immediately delete the message or mark it as spam.

  6. Fraud and scams cost consumers a record $10 billion in 2023 ...

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    Consumers are warned that digital tools are making it much easier for scammers to get their money. Michigan consumers reported losing $151.7 million in 2023 to all types of fraud and scams.

  7. Scam alert: Report shows which companies are ... - AOL

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    Its new report, based on complaints to the BBB, shows the following services and companies are most impersonated: - USPS. - Amazon. - Publishers Clearing House. - GeekSquad. - Norton AntiVirus.

  8. SSA impersonation scam - Wikipedia

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    An SSA impersonation scam, or SSA scam, is a class of telecommunications scam targeting citizens of the United States by impersonating Social Security Administration employees. SSA scams are typically initiated through pre-recorded messages, or robocalls, that use social engineering to make victims panic and ensure they follow instructions ...

  9. How to protect yourself from Medicare scams—and what ... - AOL

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    Call Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE or the U.S. Health and Human Service’s fraud hotline (800-447-8477). Report identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission at identitytheft.gov. File a complaint ...