FTC Warns Consumers: Charity and Home Repair Scams May Appear After a Disaster

WASHINGTON, D.C. – August 30, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — As Hurricane Isaac strikes the Gulf Coast, the Federal Trade Commission reminds consumers that scams often follow disasters. The nation’s consumer protection agency warns people about urgent appeals for charitable donations, and cautions residents in stricken areas about fraudulent home repair offers.