July 1, 2009 by Moomette's Magnificents (Admin)
Filed under Public Service Announcement, business, career opportunities, e-commerce, education, internet marketing, wahm, wahm tips, work at home

How To Protect Yourself From Scammers During The Economic Downturn

Today’s troubled economic waters are infested with a school of hungry sharks – con artists who promise people a lifeline through jobs, recession-proof income, and access to free government grant money. They’re bleeding money from individuals…and from the economy as a whole.

That’s why the Federal Trade Commission and its partners are moving aggressively through enforcement and education. There’s more about today’s announcement of a major enforcement action which you might find interesting.

On the education front, the nation’s consumer protection agency has produced a new video to help people learn how to spot a scam. It features a former telemarketer of fraudulent business opportunities who explains exactly how he got people to part with their money. It also features two of his victims, as well, describing how they got caught.

For more resources about helping people avoid business opportunity scams visit: www.ftc.gov/bizopp

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2 Comments on "How To Protect Yourself From Scammers During The Economic Downturn: FTC Cracks Down"

eve on Wed, 1st Jul 2009 9:52 pm

good to know! great post!
eve´s last blog ..WW: Happy Baby

ConnieFoggles on Thu, 2nd Jul 2009 1:19 am

Very important information for all people looking to start their own business.
ConnieFoggles´s last blog ..Saltimbanco

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