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Focus on Your Money During Financial Literacy Month
Tue, 04/01/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is celebrating National Financial Literacy Month. SCDCA is offering…
Consumer Alert: SC Residents Encouraged to Consider Deleting 23andMe Accounts to Protect Personal Data
Mon, 03/31/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. - South Carolinians are encouraged to consider deleting their 23andMe account data to protect their personal data. The genetic testing…
Irmo High School to Represent Palmetto State in National LifeSmarts Championship
Fri, 03/28/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – For the second year in a row, Irmo High School earned an invitation to the National LifeSmarts Championship. In 2024 the team…
Be On Guard Against Tax Identity Theft and Scams
Tue, 03/04/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Protect your tax refund and your personal information from falling into the hands of criminals. The South Carolina Department of…
Free Shred Days and Educational Webinars Throughout March!
Fri, 02/28/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. –National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is a time to focus on your rights and avoiding the latest scams and identity theft schemes.…
SC Consumers Report Losses of Nearly $7.5 Million to Scams and ID Theft in 2024, SCDCA Warns About New Scam Attempts
Wed, 02/26/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Scammers are continuing to try and trick people into handing over money or personal information. As we look back at the scams and…
2025 Homeowners Association Complaint Report Released
Tue, 02/04/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is releasing the 2025 Homeowners Association (HOA) Complaint Report. …
SC School Districts Impacted by PowerSchool Data Breach
Mon, 01/13/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. –The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges parents to take steps to protect their children’s personal…
Consumer Alert: Take Precautions When Hiring a Contractor
Fri, 12/20/2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges those who are still recovering from Hurricane Helene and recent…
Don't Let Scammers Steal Your Holiday Joy
Fri, 12/13/2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. –While South Carolinians are sharing their generosity with gift purchases and charity donations, scammers are busy trying to take…