Scams are unfortunately common in the solar industry. Learn
New Federal Trade Commission complaint data show a sharp spike in online job scams that require consumers to repeat sets of tasks, which tracks closely with an increase in reported
Scams are unfortunately common in the solar industry. Learn more about some of the most likely scams you may face when trying to go solar.
To avoid getting scammed, you need to know what to look out for and when to walk away. Here''s our guide to spotting solar panel scams and finding a great installer.
This article explores the most common solar panel scams, provides tips to recognize red flags, and offers guidance on protecting yourself from fraudulent solar companies.
Phishing Scams and How to Spot Them Phishing is a type of online scam that targets consumers by sending them an e-mail that appears to be from a well-known source – an internet
Many people think scams mostly affect older adults. But reports to the FTC''s Consumer Sentinel tell a different story: anyone can be scammed.
Reports to the FTC show a growing wave of scams aimed squarely at retirees'' life savings. These scammers pretend to be from known and trusted government agencies and businesses.
Gift cards were the top reported payment method on several types of scams in 2023, including romance scams, tech support scams, government impersonation scams, and scams that
SEATTLE — Scammers across the U.S. are going door-to-door, pitching “free” solar energy systems. Many homeowners never get any solar
It''s likely a scam. While there are some government-funded solar programs for households that qualify, “going solar” isn''t free. Honest businesses will tell you exactly how much it''ll
Con artists use misleading sales tactics and lies to trick homeowners out of money and personal information. If you''ve received an offer for "free solar panels," it could be a scam. Always...
It''s hard not to glance at your phone when you hear the ding of an incoming text. Scammers bet on it. And reports to the FTC''s Consumer Sentinel Network suggest their odds of a
Here''s how to dodge solar panel scams and identify red flags. Depending on your source, you''ll find different definitions of what solar panel scams are. For this article, we''ll focus on...
The FTC''s latest Consumer Protection Data Spotlight shows a huge jump in losses reported by people 60 and over to these types of impersonation scams in the last four years. Most
New data from the Federal Trade Commission show that in 2024, consumers reported losing $470 million to scams that started with text messages.
While you are browsing solar power companies, one of them may offer to install a solar panel or solar roof in your home for a small cost or even for free. It''s an intentionally misleading...
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The three most common solar scams are so-called free solar panels, requests for detailed personal or financial data right away, and misleading contracts.
SEATTLE — Scammers across the U.S. are going door-to-door, pitching “free” solar energy systems. Many homeowners never get any solar equipment installed; those who do often get
What common solar scams should I watch for? Sirull and Walker explained that many fake companies use social media to lure interested buyers with promises of free solar panels or
Con artists use misleading sales tactics and lies to trick homeowners out of money and personal information. If you''ve received an offer
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