Identity Theft - 60 seconds

Man: "I was denied a loan for my children's education"
Woman: "I couldn't buy the house of my dreams"
Man: "Someone used my name to buy a car."
Woman: "I got bills for credit cards I don't even have."
Announcer: If you are a victim of identity theft, your life can become a nightmare. Protect yourself against identity theft by: being careful with your personal information such as your social security number. Review your credit card bills.
Tear up offers from credit card companies you don't want/accept. Also tear up old checks or bills. Be on the alert against fraud. Stay informed with the FTC. Call toll free and in Spanish 1-877-382-4357. Once again 1-877-382-4357 or visit www.ftc.gov.

The FTC? - 30 seconds

Woman: The FTC?
Male: Yes, the Federal Trade Commission.
Woman: What is it?
Man: It's at your service.
Woman: At my service?
Man: Yes, and mine. For everybody. FTC offers free information to spot and avoid different kinds of fraud, including identity theft. You can also report anyone who swindles/scams you.
Announcer: Be on the alert against fraud. Stay informed with the FTC. Call toll-free and in Spanish at 1-877-382-4357 or visit www.ftc.gov.

Too Good to Be True? - 30 seconds

Woman: "Lose 30 pounds with this miracle pill!"
Man: "You have been selected for a free cruise vacation!"
Woman: "Loans without any requirements. No matter what!"
Announcer: (friendly tone, giving advice) Does it sound too good to be true? Then it probably is. Be on the alert. The Federal Trade Commission provides information on how to protect yourself against fraud. Stay informed with the FTC. Call toll free and in Spanish at 1-877-382-4357 or visit www.ftc.gov.

Report Fraud - 30 seconds

Man: Cheat
Woman: (whispers) Fraud
Man: Swindle
Woman: (whispers) Fraud
Man: Be taken
Woman: (whispers) Fraud
Man: Swindle
Woman: (whispers) Fraud
Man: Deceive
Announcer: No matter how you say it, fraud is a crime. If someone has scammed you, report that person to the federal trade commission. Be on the alert against fraud. Stay informed with the FTC. Call toll free and in Spanish at 1-877-382-4357 or visit www.ftc.gov.