It’s Time to Fill Out Your 2022-2023 FAFSA Form
October 5, 2021 by Carly Johnson Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC Watch Out for FAFSA Scammers If you’re a high schooler applying to college, a college student, or their parent, it’s time to fill out the 2022-23 Free Application for Federal...
Unemployment Fraud
By Seena Gressin Attorney, Division of Consumer & Business Education, FTC June 3, 2020 Is a scammer getting unemployment benefits in your name? Editor’s note: This summer, Butler County has experienced a rise in unemployment fraud. Here are some resources should...
Online Shopping Retailers and Rights
June 30, 2021 by Colleen Tressler Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC Shopping Online? Know your Retailer and your Rights COVID opened the door for scammers to double down on their worst practices, while preying on consumers during an unprecedented... Online Shopping Tips
June 18, 2021 by Alvaro Puig Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Ahh, summer. Ten sweet yet short weeks to enjoy some of your favorite traditions. Maybe it’s sipping lemonade on the porch or vacationing at the beach. Now that you think about it, you might decide to...
Identity Theft Victim Checklist
By the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) June 28, 2021 Identity Theft Victim Checklist Identity theft is one of the top three consumer complaints to the Federal Trade Commission. The FTC’s annual look at its Consumer Sentinel Network database of...
No Money, Honey
By Lisa Lake Consumer Education Specialist, FTC May 11, 2021 Editor’s note: You’ve heard about romance scams and thought, “who would fall for that?” Believe it or not, we see a lot of romance scams right here in Butler County and have foiled many fraud attempts at...
How to Spend your College Grad Money Wisely
College graduates – spend your gift money wisely! Congratulations! You just graduated from college. While it may be tempting to take your graduation gift money and spend like crazy, using the money wisely will set you up for a healthy financial future. Here are...
IRS Imposter Scam Targets College Students and Staff
by Ari Lazarus Consumer Education Specialist, FTC If you’re a college student, faculty, or staff member, you’re going to want to pay attention to this one. IRS imposters are sending phishing emails to people with “.edu” email addresses, saying they have information...
How to Read and Evaluate Your Financial Aid Letter
By Edmit College Planning Key Takeaways: Start with the full cost – including all categories of expenses. Then, look for your “free money” – money you won’t have to earn or pay back. Subtract to see your “net price” –...LEARN HOW!
