FTC Sends Millions in Refunds to Consumers in May 2026: Here’s Who Is Receiving Payments

Consumers across the United States may want to keep an eye on their mailboxes and digital payment accounts. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) distributed millions of dollars in refunds during May 2026 to individuals affected by a range of alleged deceptive business practices, debt relief scams, hidden dealership fees, and misleading subscription services.

The latest round of payments covers several FTC enforcement actions and settlements, with eligible recipients receiving compensation through mailed checks or electronic payments.

Brigit Customers Receive Additional Refund Payments

The FTC has launched a second round of refunds for customers who paid subscription fees to financial services platform Brigit in exchange for instant cash advances.

Federal regulators previously accused Brigit of misleading consumers by advertising rapid cash advances of up to $250 while allegedly failing to deliver on those promises. The agency also claimed the company inaccurately represented how easily subscribers could cancel their memberships.

After distributing more than $9.8 million in refunds in November 2024, the FTC reported that remaining settlement funds are now being used to issue an additional 1,052,038 payments totaling more than $6.8 million to consumers who accepted their initial refund.

Recipients who receive paper checks should cash them within 90 days, while PayPal payments must be accepted within 30 days.

Arizona Car Buyers Receive Refunds Over Hidden Dealership Fees

Thousands of consumers who purchased vehicles from Coulter Motor Company dealerships in Arizona are also receiving compensation.

The FTC mailed 5,790 refund checks worth more than $2.3 million to customers who allegedly paid undisclosed fees and charges during vehicle purchases at dealerships including Coulter Tempe, Coulter Cadillac Tempe, and Tempe Buick GMC.

According to regulators, the settlement resolved allegations that the dealerships regularly added unwanted products and hidden costs to customer transactions without proper consent.

Consumers receiving refund checks are encouraged to deposit or cash them within 90 days.

Debt Relief Scam Victims Get Additional Compensation

The FTC also issued a second round of payments to consumers who reported losing money to an alleged debt collection and debt relief scam operated under several business names.

The agency identified entities including National Landmark Service of United Recovery, Silverlake Landmark Recovery Group, Absolute Financial Services Recovery, AFSR Global Logistics, and Tri-Star as part of the scheme.

In a lawsuit filed in September 2020, the FTC alleged that the companies used threatening robocalls and falsely claimed to represent law firms in an effort to pressure consumers into making payments under fear of arrest or legal consequences.

Following a settlement, an initial refund distribution of more than $464,000 was sent to consumers in December 2024. This latest round includes 1,389 additional payments totaling more than $69,000 for recipients who accepted their first refund.

Checks should be cashed within 90 days of receipt.

SuperGoodDeals.com Customers Receive PPE Refunds

Consumers who purchased face masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) from SuperGoodDeals.com during the COVID-19 pandemic are also receiving another round of compensation.

The FTC alleged that the online retailer failed to honor advertised next-day shipping promises during a period of exceptionally high demand for PPE products.

After sending more than $85,000 in refunds in late 2024, the agency is now distributing an additional 2,986 payments worth more than $20,000 to customers who previously cashed their first refund checks.

Recipients are advised to cash their checks within 90 days.

ACRO Services Settlement Delivers Millions More to Consumers

One of the largest refund distributions announced in May involves ACRO Services and related debt relief operations.

The FTC previously accused the company of falsely claiming it could eliminate or significantly reduce consumers’ credit card debt in exchange for substantial upfront fees.

According to regulators, the operation also used business names such as American Consumer Rights Organization, Reliance Solutions, Thacker & Associates, and Tri Star Consumer Group.

An initial refund program distributed more than $3.8 million in January 2025. The latest round includes 5,685 additional refund checks totaling more than $6.2 million for consumers who accepted their first payment.

Recipients should cash their checks within 90 days.

How to Know if You’re Eligible

The FTC typically contacts eligible consumers directly when refund payments are issued. Individuals who believe they may qualify for compensation should monitor their mail, email, and payment accounts for official notifications.

Consumers with questions about FTC refunds can also visit the agency’s refund information portal for updates on ongoing cases and payment distributions.

Key Takeaway

In May 2026 alone, the FTC distributed millions of dollars in additional refunds tied to alleged deceptive business practices, hidden fees, subscription service issues, debt relief scams, and pandemic-era online sales disputes. Eligible consumers are encouraged to act quickly, as most refund checks expire after 90 days and electronic payments often have shorter acceptance windows.