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Financial Scams
How to Use Mobile Payment Apps Safely
Using mobile payment apps, also known as peer-to-peer payment apps, has become a routine part of most people’s financial lives. Being able to quickly and easily transfer and receive money among friends and family is a game-changer. And payment apps make conducting transactions with small businesses much more convenient. But just as with all financial […]
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Beware of Holiday Money Hazards
We all seem to be busier during the holiday season, which means it’s easier to overlook financial red flags. Theft and scams both increase during the holiday season and if they happen to you, it will leave you feeling less than festive. Let’s look at these common holiday money hazards and how to avoid them. […]
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Watch for 5 Signs of Contractor Scams
Making home improvements or repairs comes with the uncertainty of finding someone trustworthy to complete the projects. You’ve probably heard more than one horror story about shady contractors who do sub-standard work or take the money and run. But there are tell-tale signs that can let you a know a prospective contractor isn’t on the […]
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5 Common Questions About Debt Collectors
The phone calls. The letters. The stress. There’s no doubt dealing with debt collectors is a drag. Of course, they are allowed to pursue repayment of the money they’re owed. But many debt collectors stretch the rules or break them completely in pursuit of payment, leaving consumers vulnerable to scams, fraud and needless worry. The […]
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How to Avoid Holiday Scams
Financial scams tend to pop up more around the holidays. Consumers are busy, buying lots of goods and more than willing to shell out extra cash for those in need. While generosity is the theme of the season, it’s vital consumers use caution when shopping online, donating to charities, and using apps. To help you […]
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Beware of Scams Targeting Military Members
Active-duty military members, their families, and military veterans deserve our gratitude for their service to the country. Unfortunately, scammers feel differently. While there is no shortage of financial scams targeting many demographics, scams aimed at service members and their families are especially egregious. According to the most recent information available from the Federal Trade Commission, […]
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How to Discuss Finances with Your Aging Parents
People are living longer than ever before. Thirty years ago, the average life expectancy in the U.S. was 74.5 years. Today, that number is inching toward 80 years due to advances in medical care,awareness about the importance of healthy living, and a variety of other factors. […]
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How to Spot Work-from-Home Scams
Working from home is here to stay. Unfortunately, so are scams that take advantage of it. With promises of high salaries and easy work, these scams are designed to drain your bank account or steal your identity. That’s not to say there aren’t legitimate opportunities to work at home. But you have to do your […]
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Is DIY Credit Repair a Good Idea?
There is no shortage of products and services devoted to helping consumers improve their credit. Among them is credit repair, a for-profit service that promises consumers an opportunity to dramatically improve their credit as a way to attain additional lending, such as a home mortgage, personal loan, or vehicle loan. What credit repair companies don’t […]
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6 Steps for Handling Credit Card Fraud
If you pay your credit card bills every month without fully reviewing your statements, you could be missing signs of credit card fraud. Sometimes it’s a standalone crime, but many times it can be one of the early signs of identity theft. Either way, it’s important to spot it quickly and take action to remedy […]
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