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FTC Warns of ‘Check Overpayment’ Scam

Friday March 24, 2006
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning consumers of a dangerous and growing swindle called the “check overpayment” scam, now the fifth most common telemarketing fraud and the fourth most common Internet scam reported. [Read more…]

Also See:
Consumer Group Warns of Fake Check Scam
Jury Duty Scam Could Lead to Identity Theft

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