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Don’t Be Bamboozled
Dion Chavis was victim of an ATM skimming scam. (Photo by Keith Lanpher) Small business owner Dion Chavis couldn’t figure out how $900 disappeared from his checking account. Chavis, also known as...
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What to Know Before You Donate to Haitian Relief
I’m amazed at the outpouring of support for Haiti since a devastating earthquake ravaged the nation’s capital, Port Au Prince, on Jan. 12. Between social networking sites, regular Websites, and even...
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Beware of Census Scams
If a census worker shows up at your door, to protect your I.D., be sure to check theirs. It’s that time again. The deadline to submit your census form is drawing near—April 1, to be exact. But that...
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Steer Clear of Moving Scams
Should you trust this guy with your stuff? Whether you’re relocating to another state for a new job or moving into your dream home, you should be aware of moving scams. I should know; I’ve experienced...
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Oil Spill Cleanup Scams
Speaking of dirty and slick: Be on guard against oil spill cons Whenever there’s an opportunity, scammers often find a way to use their dirty little tricks to get into your pocket. Unfortunately, two...
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Holiday Scams and How to Avoid Them
(Image: Thinkstock) As much as you would like to believe it, no, you didn’t just win a brand new Mercedes Benz or $1 million just in time for the holidays. That telephone call you may have received...
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Worthless Effort: 7 Ways to Know Whether a Job Posting is Legit
Just finding a new opportunity and landing it is a job within itself, so one would want to ensure they’re being both strategic and efficient in their search. With thousands of job listings posted...
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FTC Says NYC-Based Telemarketers Scammed Thousands
The Federal Trade Commission is suing to shut down an alleged $220 million telemarketing scheme operating out of the Empire State Building called The Tax Club Inc., saying it has victimized thousands...
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Woman Covered Up Aunt’s Death to Live in $287 a Month Apartment
A Brooklyn woman allegedly fooled her dead aunt’s co-op board into thinking the woman was still alive, to keep living in the rent-stabilized apartment for $287 a month, the NY Post reports. For four...
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Stop Thieves From Digging Up The Identities of the Dead
Smart money management is about more than earning, spending, saving and investing. It’s also about protecting your hard-earned cash from crimes and scams, including identity theft—even after you’re...
View ArticleDon’t Get Caught in a Foreclosure Scam
Thanks to today’s economic turmoil, sparked by an ongoing mortgage crisis, a record number of Americans are facing fears of not being able to keep up with mortgage payments on their home. Home...
View Article‘Tis Better to Give, But Don’t Get Taken
It’s the holiday season, when generosity and goodwill toward others—reinforced by the gifting traditions of Christmas, Kwanzaa and Hanukkah—is the order of the day. This is an especially important...
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Scam Artists Adapt to Economic Crisis
While scams are always a concern of law enforcement, experts are warning that the tough economic climate may lead even more people than usual to fall victim to the sweet-sounding promises of scam...
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The Cutting Edge: Beware of Stimulus-Related Scams
“Jessica’s Money Blog” is one example of a Website that touts fraudulent claims about receiving stimulus funds. (Source: Officialstimuluspayments.com) Waiting for your cut from President Barack...
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Robbing Peter to Pay Paul
News about the $65 billion Ponzi scheme perpetrated by former NASDAQ chairman Bernard Madoff has set off alarms in people’s heads about investment fraud. While Ponzi schemes have been around for nearly...
View ArticleForeclosure Prevention Gone Awry?
The ink on President Barack Obama’s massive stimulus plan hadn’t dried before spurious Websites sprouted up promising to get Americans a piece of the billion dollar pie. As if that isn’t enough, some...
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Scam Alert: Cash For Home Offer May Not Be What You Think
A few weeks ago I found a sheet of paper wedged in my apartment doorway. The letter simply read: My name is Michael and I’m very interested in buying you’r [sic] house. Please call me only if you’r...
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Watch Out for Malaysia Airline Scams on Facebook
If you see a post in your Facebook feed with a video claiming the missing Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370 has been found, whatever you do, don’t click on it. The video just might be infected with...
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National Moving Month: Watch Out for Scams
(Image: Thinkstock) May is National Moving Month, as well as the start of the busy moving season. If you plan to move anytime soon, it’s important that you choose your moving company very carefully....
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Vacation Scams to Avoid
(Image: Thinkstock) Online travel sites can be a great way to get a deal. However, they also provide an opportunity for a scammer to take you for a ride. Here are three scams all travelers should be...
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