Red flags and what to do

Almost every scam has the same warning signs.

Red flags

• Pressure to act fast or keep it secret.
• Payment by gift card, wire transfer, cryptocurrency, or payment apps to strangers.
• Requests for passwords, codes, or Social Security numbers.
• Offers that seem too good to be true.

What to do

• Stop. Don't pay, click, or share anything.
• Verify by contacting the organization using a number or website you already know is real.
• Talk to someone you trust.
• Report scams at reportfraud.ftc.gov, and tell your tribal office if the scam uses the nation's name.
• If you already paid, contact your bank right away.