| According to the FTC, more than one in ten Americans - nearly 25 million adults in the United States - were victims of some type of consumer fraud in 2003. Fraud poses a threat to consumers and the economy as a whole. Even the most wary and sophisticated consumers may fall victim to fraudulent offers - in the mail, in the media, and on the Internet. Fraud steals your money, your identity and even your self-respect. Protect yourself by learning to recognize fraud. You can protect yourself by learning to recognize e-mail fraud and identify unauthorized purchases. By practicing safe online shopping and immediately reporting lost or stolen cards, you can dramatically reduce your chances of being defrauded. |
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