The Idaho Department of Finance (IDOF) is warning the public against scams that involve the physical purchase and delivery of gold and other precious metals. Illicit actors trick victims into believing that either their identity, computer, or financial account(s) have been compromised.

As part of Financial Literacy Month, the Idaho Department of Finance is reminding consumers of the importance of working with licensed financial service providers. Whether a consumer is seeking help […]

As Idahoans step into the new year, the Idaho Department of Finance (IDOF) and the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) are reminding investors that fraud remains a year-round risk. […]

The Idaho Department of Finance (IDOF) urges Idaho consumers to exercise heightened caution when purchasing cars, recreational vehicles, farm equipment, and other high-dollar items online. IDOF recently received several reports from victims of online purchase scams that risked losing thousands of dollars due to being lured into purchasing from a phony website or fake ads in various online marketplaces.