National Consumer Protection Week is the perfect time to remind ourselves about the importance of staying safe from scams. Scammers …
MEDIA ADVISORY: Scammers Impersonating Utah Government Officials and Targeting Licensed Professionals
The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) reports a rise in scam calls using spoofed DOPL numbers and …
News Release: Be on the Lookout for Vacant Land Scams in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY (December 7, 2022) – The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Real Estate is urging land buyers …
The W.I.S.E Consumer Checklist
As much as we want to help all consumers who have problems in the marketplace, the reality is that the …
Targeted Advertising: Research Before You Buy
Targeted advertising is a popular topic of online comment threads, memes, and a favorite punchline of late-night monologues. Your personal …
Stay Sharp to Avoid Scams and Deception
Clever scammers are effective at stealing peoples’ money and personal information. Some of their tactics might be widely known, but …
Supply Chain Shortages Making it Harder to find a Legitimate Deal
COVID-19 and related supply disruptions have made it hard to find and purchase some categories of goods. While many efforts …