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SCAMS BULLETIN Host Jay White is an inactive attorney in San Mateo County, California.

June 23, 2023

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES SCAMS

Attribution: US www.ftc.gov

Congratulations — it’s time to graduate!

Whether you or someone you know is off to college in the fall, already has a job lined up, or is still figuring out next steps, there’s a lot to do to prepare.  As recent grads step into the next phase of life, they may come across things like job scams, phishing scams, rent or dishonest business practices.

You will need to learn about credit basics, how to protect yourself from identity theft, and how to spot and avoid scams.  http://www.Consumer.gov may be able to help with information on how to avoid job scams, rent your first apartment, buy your first car, check your credit history, avoid identity theft and more.

You can log on to Consumer.gov for alerts, and www.ftc.gov./scams to find out about the latest scams.

The Federal Trade Commission wants to know about it if you have had, or know someone who has had, an unfortunate experience. Tell us at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

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