Provides tips on how to spot a scam and avoid losing your money. Rule number one: Legitimate lenders never "guarantee" or say that you are likely to get a loan or a credit card before you apply, especially if you have bad credit, no credit, or a bankruptcy.

Learn to minimize your risk.  A con artist who knows your Social Security number, bank account information or other personal details can temporarily become you in order to commit fraud. Fixing the damage could take years. This FDIC Consumer News article which provides you with a checklist of ways to reduce your chances of becoming a victim of identity theft and fraud, and resources that can assist if you are now or become a victim of identity theft.  For additional information you may call 1-877-ASK-FDIC (1-877-275-3342); hearing impaired 1-800-925-4018.

This website is a one-stop national resource to learn about the crime of identity theft. It provides detailed information to help you deter, detect, and defend against identity theft.

Multi-media education tool to help you learn how to protect yourself and your computer against Identity Thieves.  The presentation provides information on steps you should take to secure your computer and protect yourself from identity theft, as well as actions you should take if you become a victim of identity theft.  For additional information call 1-877-ASK-FDIC (1-877-275-3342); hearing impaired 1-800-925-4618.

How to save time, reduce stress and eliminate clutter... and maybe even save more money.  Ever paid a bill late because you misplaced it?  This FDIC Consumer News article includes a list of things you can do to make your banking, bill paying and other financial chores easier.  For additional information call toll-free 1-877-ASK-FDIC (1-877-275-3342). For the hearing-impaired, the number is 1-800-925-4618.

A secured card requires you to open and maintain a savings account as security for your line of credit; an unsecured card does not. Describes common advertising and marketing scams for secured credit cards.

Tips to help you manage your personal information wisely, and to help minimize its misuse.

Explains how scam artists can get your personal information under false pretenses, and sell it to people who may use it to get credit in your name, steal your assets, or to investigate or sue you.

OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.

Medical billing opportunity promoters often misrepresent earnings potential and don't provide key, pre-investment information required by law.

You're promised a chance to hide unfavorable credit information by establishing a new credit identity. The problem: "File segregation" is illegal. If you use it, you could face fines or even a prison sentence.

Information on how to protect your Social Security number, what to do if you think someone is using your number or if an identity thief is creating credit problems for you, and how the Social Security Administration might be able to help you.

Social Security Administration

Information on how to contact the Social Security Administration's Fraud Hotline by internet, U.S. mail, fax, or phone.

Describes six types of employment service firms. Urges consumers to find out what services a firm offers, how much the services cost, and who pays. Discusses consumer scams and how to avoid becoming a victim.

Money Matters offers short, practical tips, videos, and links to reliable resources for more information on topics like credit repair, debt collection, job scams, vehicle repossession, managing mortgage payments, and foreclosure rescue scams. Visitors also can learn how to recognize and avoid a host of scams and rip-offs.

Rule number one: You never have to pay for information about job vacancies or employment opportunities with the U.S. government and U.S. Postal Service. Information about federal employment is available online at www.usajobs.opm.gov.

Learn how to protect yourself from a high-tech scam known as "phishing." Some Web sites or unsolicited emails offering credit reports may be using bogus sites as a way to capture your personal information and sell it to others who may use it to commit fraud, including identity theft.

This pamphlet describes credit and debit cards and some common schemes involving card fraud with tips to help you avoid them.

Describes some typical financial frauds and scams and suggests how to protect yourself and your money.

Provides information to consumers on avoiding scams involving fraudulent cashier's checks.