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May 14, 2026
If you run a small business, you know how important it is to pay your bills. Scammers know this too and send fake invoices to businesses for products or services they never ordered in the hopes they’ll pay up. These scams often start when you or someone on your staff gets an unexpected or unfamiliar
This month, Pass It On to help someone you know avoid a scam
May 11, 2026
Powered by vimeo embed video generator Share this video using the links in the player above or use the YouTube version. Looking for ways to celebrate Older Americans Month? There’s something people of all ages can do to participate and help each other avoid scams: Pass It On. The FTC has a different
Welcome to National Small Business Week 2026
May 4, 2026
All week long, learn how the FTC can help you protect your small business from scams and online threats. Run a small business or want to support the small businesses in your community? Here’s how you can get involved.

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