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Homeowners facing payment difficulties are increasingly targeted by mortgage‑relief scams that promise loan modifications or foreclosure avoidance in exchange for upfront fees. Scammers typically demand hard‑to‑recover payment methods such as cashier’s checks, wire transfers, or mobile‑app payments, and may even pressure victims to transfer the deed to their property. Federal law prohibits charging fees before services are rendered, making such demands a clear warning sign. The FTC urges consumers to verify assistance through HUD‑approved counselors and to report fraudulent offers promptly.
Scammers are increasingly posing as government agencies to lure victims with promises of unclaimed funds, often citing specific amounts and urgent deadlines. They use phishing tactics such as fake texts, phone calls, and requests for upfront processing fees. Legitimate unclaimed...
The article warns consumers that many debt‑relief offers are scams, highlighting common red flags such as upfront fees and promises of complete debt elimination. It explains that legitimate credit‑counseling agencies provide free initial assessments and never charge before delivering services....
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has opened a public comment period on a proposed rule targeting unfair or deceptive rental‑fee practices. Stakeholders—including renters, landlords, and property‑management firms—are invited to share experiences, data, or suggestions about fee transparency. The FTC will...
Scammers are exploiting the Iran conflict to launch impersonation, romance, and fake‑charity scams. They falsely claim fraudulent charges from Iran, pose as deployed military partners, or create bogus relief organizations to steal money and personal data. The Federal Trade Commission...
The Federal Trade Commission has sued Xponential Fitness, a major franchisor of boutique fitness studios, alleging it misled prospective franchisees about costs, opening timelines, and executive litigation history. The complaint says Xponential claimed studios could open within six months, when...
The Federal Trade Commission is offering refunds to users of NGL Pro who were charged unauthorized weekly fees after the app promised a one‑time payment. The settlement, stemming from a July 2024 lawsuit, totals $4.5 million and targets subscribers who paid between...
