Spotting & Avoiding Scams In Indian Country - KWSO Warm Springs Program Podcast

Information from the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency about spotting & avoiding scams in Indian Country. You see the car ads — low price, low payments. Sounds good, but when you get to the dealer, there could be a catch. The dealer may try to add things like extra products or services — at extra cost. And to get that low monthly payment, you might have to make a big down payment. The bottom line is this: If you can’t get the advertised deal, or one you feel good about, walk away. What if someone said you owe money to the IRS and have to pay with a gift card? What if they ask for a gift card so you can avoid arrest, help a family member, or keep your Social Security benefits? No real business or government agency will ever tell you to pay with a gift card. Anyone who does is a scammer. Gift cards are for gifts, not for paying someone. If anyone tells you to pay with a gift card or if a car dealer isn’t honest when if comes to its car ads, tell the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/