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How to Report Elder Abuse and Senior Fraud: Complete U.S. Guide
Report elder abuse to Adult Protective Services at 1-800-677-1116 and nursing home abuse to your state Long-Term Care Ombudsman. This complete guide…
Neighbor & Community ReportingHow to Report a Landlord or Housing Violation: Complete Tenant Rights Guide
Report landlord violations to local code enforcement, HUD at 1-800-685-8470, and your state Attorney General. This complete guide covers slumlords, unsafe rentals,…
Consumer Rights ReportingHow to Report Consumer Fraud: The Complete U.S. Guide
Report consumer fraud to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and your state Attorney General. This complete guide covers defective products, false advertising, bad…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Scam: The Complete U.S. Guide (All Types, All States)
Report any scam to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and FBI IC3.gov. This complete guide covers every scam type, all federal agencies, and…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report Social Media Impersonation and Hacked Accounts
Report social media impersonation directly on each platform using the report button, then file with the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and FBI IC3.gov…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Cryptocurrency Scam: Recover Funds and Stop Crypto Fraud
Report cryptocurrency scams to the FBI at IC3.gov, FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, and the SEC at sec.gov/tcr. Crypto investment fraud cost Americans over…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Government Grant Scam: Stop Fake Free Money Offers
Report fake government grant scams to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and Grants.gov. The government never calls to offer free grant money —…
Consumer Rights ReportingHow to Report a Mechanic Scam: Fight Auto Repair Fraud and Overcharges
Report mechanic scams and auto repair fraud to your state Attorney General, state Bureau of Automotive Repair, and BBB. Get a written…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Student Loan Scam: Stop Forgiveness and Relief Fraud
Report student loan scams to Federal Student Aid at studentaid.gov, the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, and the CFPB. Fake loan forgiveness and debt…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report Robocalls and Phone Scams: Stop Illegal Calls for Good
Report robocalls to the FTC at DoNotCall.gov and the FCC at consumercomplaints.fcc.gov. Register on the Do Not Call Registry at 1-888-382-1222. Illegal…
Consumer Rights ReportingHow to Report a Storm Chaser Roofing Scam: Stop Contractor Fraud After Disasters
Report storm chaser roofing scams to your state contractor licensing board, Attorney General, and NICB at 1-800-835-6422. After a storm, unlicensed roofers…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Rental Listing Scam: Fake Landlords and Fraudulent Listings
Report rental listing scams to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, FBI IC3.gov, and the listing platform where you found the ad. Fake landlord…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Payday Loan Scam: Stop Predatory Lenders and Fake Collectors
Report payday loan scams to the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint, FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, and your state Attorney General. Fake payday debt collectors and…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Fake Invoice Scam: Protect Your Business from Billing Fraud
Report fake invoice scams to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, FBI IC3.gov, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Fake invoice fraud costs businesses…
Consumer Rights ReportingHow to Report Predatory Towing: Fight Illegal Tow Fees and Scams
Report predatory towing to your state Attorney General, local police, and the NICB at 1-800-835-6422. Excessive fees, towing without signage, and refusing…
Consumer Rights ReportingHow to Report a Moving Company Scam: Protect Your Belongings and Money
Report moving company scams to FMCSA at 1-888-368-7238 or fmcsa.dot.gov, the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, and your state Attorney General. Moving fraud including…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Timeshare Scam: Get Your Money Back
Report timeshare scams to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, FBI IC3.gov, and your state Attorney General. Timeshare exit and resale scams steal billions…
Consumer Rights ReportingHow to Report a Used Car Dealer: Lemon Law and Fraud Complaints
Report a dishonest used car dealer to your state DMV, Attorney General, and FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov. Document odometer fraud, hidden damage, and…
Consumer Rights ReportingHow to Report False Advertising: Stop Misleading Business Claims
Report false advertising to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov, your state Attorney General, and the BBB at bbb.org. Save ads, screenshots, and receipts…
Neighbor & Community ReportingHow to Report a Neighbor for Drug Use: Anonymous Reporting Guide
Report neighbor drug use anonymously to local police non-emergency line (311) or Crime Stoppers. Provide observations of drug activity, not speculation. Stay…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Fake Charity: Stop Donation Scams and Fraud
Report fake charities to your state Attorney General, FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, and FBI IC3.gov. Verify charity legitimacy at IRS.gov or GuideStar before…
Consumer Rights ReportingHow to Report Price Gouging: Stop Illegal Price Increases in Your State
Report price gouging to your state Attorney General during emergencies. All 50 states have price gouging laws—file complaints online or call your…
Fraud & Scam ReportingHow to Report a Romance Scam: Get Your Money Back and Stop the Scammer
Report romance scams to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, FBI IC3.gov, and local police. Romance scams are the #1 fraud by losses—report immediately…
Government & Benefits ReportingHow to Report Disability Fraud: Protect Benefits for Those Who Need Them
Report Social Security and VA disability fraud to the OIG anonymously. Step-by-step guide covering SSDI, SSI, VA benefits, and workers compensation fraud.
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