4 Coronavirus Scams That Could Cost You

Many Americans' lives have been turned upside down by the coronavirus pandemic. More than one-third of U.S. adults say COVID-19 is a major threat to their personal health, according to a survey from Pew Research Center, and close to half say their personal finances are threatened by the virus. Even more Americans (88%) are concerned about the virus' effect on the U.S. economy, and there's a good chance the country could be headed toward a recession.

Because so many people are feeling vulnerable right now, it's a prime time for scammers to strike. These fraudsters take advantage of the fear and uncertainty many Americans are experiencing, and there are four common scams that could cost you a lot of cash.

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