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

WASHINGTON, D.C. – October 31, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, 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.