Here is the latest scam alert posted on the FBI.gov website and sent to anyone who subscribes to their new scams and warnings email list: Fraudulent Notification Deceives Consumers Out... read more →
It’s just too easy to be a victim of some of today’s debt scams and credit repair scams.
Many are marketed as valuable services for those who are dealing with serious debt problems, so if you’re in a tough financial situation, these “programs” seem to be the ultimate solution.
But understanding how these scams work and what red flags to look out for can help you make some well-informed decisions and avoid becoming a victim.
Despite the bona fide assistance out there, it's harder than ever for many consumers to separate trustworthy foreclosure assistance companies from the bogus ones. And with unemployment and mortgage delinquencies... read more →
Regulators and consumer advocates alike are warning Americans about a growing number of credit repair scams nationwide. Recently, the Federal Trade Commission reached a $14.4 million settlement with a Florida-based... read more →
With each passing year, more people are heading online rather than to the mall to get their holiday shopping done. But online shoppers need to beware the dangers that come... read more →
Q: What should I do if someone filed a tax return in my name and has stolen my credit identity? A: If the person that is your spouse, you need... read more →
Question: I am 24 years old and my credit is not too spectacular. Most of the accounts on my credit reports are things I have done to myself, but the... read more →
There was an article in the headlines recently about how identity thieves are selling children's Social Security numbers over the Internet. One way to prevent your child (or you) from... read more →
Q: Someone made false medical claims under my 12-year-old son's name. Two bills went to collections. I have health insurance, but I am disputing this because my son did not... read more →
Fraud alerts help you thwart identity theft by preventing a crook from opening credit in your name. There are two types of Fraud Alerts: an Initial Alert and an Extended... read more →
Q: What Steps Can I Take To Avoid Identity Theft? A: To decrease your chances of falling victim to identity theft, you should... read more →
A subscriber to my newsletter went to Half.com, a division of Amazon.com and ordered a book. When she got her Discover card statement, she found a bogus charge described as... read more →
Another financial scam is making the rounds. This one involves Walmart. And it's happening just in time for the holidays. Here's the con: Some no-good thieves are calling people on... read more →
