Wacky "I Want to Buy Your House" Scams!
If you’re thinking of selling your home soon, pump the breaks and get yourself familiar with all the “I want to buy your house” scams out ther…
Want to Be an Entrepreneur?
It can be a great thing, but there are quite a few challenges and pitfalls, too. Think scams and financial mistakes.... Do your homework, starting w…
Watch out for Covid-19 Vaccine Scams
Many people are eager to get their Covid-19 vaccination. Scammers know this, and try to lure you into their trap(s).
Watch Out for Fake Masks and Medications!
Like in any crisis or disaster time, scammers take advantage. The COVID-19 pandemic is no different. Sleazy companies are selling fake masks and med…
Watch Out for These Latest Twists on Senior Scams
Scammers love to target senior citizens. Some seniors are good targets because they are trusting, uncomfortable with technology, and usually answer th…
Watch Out for These Medicare Scams
Over the last year, new Medicare cards have been sent out. These new cards now have a unique ID consisting of random numbers instead of Social Securit…
Watch Out for These Twists on Phishing
If you have been online for any length of time, you have heard about phishing. Phishing uses a variety of methods to obtain your personal and financia…
Watch Out for Those Senior Scams!
More and more scammers are targeting seniors for scams. Slow down and follow these tips to avoid getting scammed.
What Caveats Come with Charitable Giving?
Research charities before you give. There’s scammers after your money, and you nor the charities should be the victim.
What to Know about Disaster Scams
Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, forest fires, and tornadoes happen all around us. Unfortunately, this is a prime opportunity for scammers, as t…
What You Need to Know About the Facebook Breach
In late September, Facebook announced that a security breach was discovered on September 25th that affected almost 50 million accounts. The hackers st…
What You Should Know About Cell-Phone Account Fraud
Cell-phone account fraud is a rapidly growing threat to your privacy and financial well-being.
Criminals open up a phony cell-phone account in your n…
WhatsApp Scams Galore!
Imagine getting a message saying: "Hi! This is your sister, stuck in Canada. I need money to cross the border. Help me, please!"
Why Do Scammers Love Senior Citizens?
Happy older Americans month! In order to keep it a happy month, make sure you avoid senior citizen scams, this month or any other time...
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Why Do Scams Continue to Work?
Scams have been around for generations. Stealing other people's money has always been their goal. To do that, scams are continually evolving and scamm…
Work-at-Home Schemes Target Your Hard-Earned Dollars
"Earn $500 to $1000 weekly in your spare time!" or "Earn $150 an hour on your home computer!"
Have you seen ads like these? Tempting "come-ons" for w…
Working to Pay Down Debt? Avoid Debt Relief Scams and Bad "Services"
Millions of Americans owe thousands of dollars on credit cards, student loans, medical bills and other unsecured loans or bills. Many are struggling e…
Your Free Gift Is Waiting
Thank you gifts are the best!
They're often unexpected and make the joy of giving even more special. Just as giving to others can give you the warm f…
Your Smartphone. Attacked.
Your smartphone—right now—is probably the focus of scammers and hackers.
Fraudsters who used to focus on attacking your PC are now a lot …
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