2024年4月17日 · Below, we look at the top 10 most common types of fraud based on FTC reports, explain how the fraud happens and what you can do to protect yourself. 1. Imposter scams. 2. Online shopping and negative reviews. 3. Prizes, sweepstakes and lotteries. 4. Investment-related scams. 5. Business and job opportunities. 6. Internet services. 7.