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Don’t get scammed this summer! Here are some of the most common summer scams and how to avoid them.

Subscription services offer convenience and access to a wide range of products and services. Unfortunately, fraudsters often exploit these services to scam unsuspecting victims into sharing their information and money.

Here’s how subscriptions scams play out and how to protect yourself from falling victim.

From revolutionizing industries, like healthcare and finance, to replacing jobs in publishing and graphics, Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world. Unfortunately, scammers are also using AI to con victims out of their money and personal info. Here’s what you need to know about AI scams and how to protect yourself. 

It’s tax season, and that means millions of taxpayers are prone to scammers, who are trying to pocket refunds that aren’t theirs. Here’s what to know about tax return scams and how to avoid them.

There’s little in life that’s more frustrating than a computer that won’t do its job. But sometimes,  like your own private miracle, a message appears on your screen. It says: “Technical difficulties? Click here for assistance.” 

Unfortunately, if you follow these instructions, you’ll probably fall directly into a scammer’s trap. Here’s what you need to know about technical support scams and how to prevent yourself from falling victim.

‘Tis the season to be jolly! Unfortunately, though, not everything about the holiday season is all happy and nice. Watch out for these six naughty holiday scams. 

While payday loans can be legit, there are many scammers masquerading as payday lenders looking to trap the cash-strapped borrower in a never-ending nightmare. 

Embarking on the journey to buy your first home is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. To help make the process smoother and more manageable, we’ve compiled some essential tips and tricks to set you up for success. 

It’s back-to-school season! You might have a shopping list as long as your Amazon wishlist, but don’t let the overwhelm make it a back-to-scam season for fraudsters. 

Owning a home is a dream and major accomplishment for many. Yet, the mortgage application process can be complex and daunting. With the right guidance and preparation, though, you can make this journey much smoother. 

Securing a mortgage is a significant milestone in achieving the dream of homeownership. However, the journey to obtaining a mortgage involves navigating through paperwork and documents. 

It’s a new product — and you can try it for free! 

Sounds amazing? Well, know that a free trial can actually be a gateway to a devastating scam. Here’s what you need to know about free trial scams and how to stay safe.

Looking for a few tips on how to spruce up your finances? Check out these five tips that can help you spring in the right direction.

Are you newely engaged or dating and curious how your partners finances could impact you? Learn what you might be responsible for after marriage and during marriage.

It’s tax refund season! How are you going to be spending the pile of cash that Uncle Sam’s giving back? 

Everyone wants a great credit score, but sometimes, those three little numbers need some help.  That’s where credit repair companies come in. These services can help identify and dispute errors on a credit report as well as work with consumers to help boost their scores. Unfortunately, though, not all credit repair companies are legit. 

It’s a new year, and a great time to increase your savings. As a member of , you have so many ways to save! Let’s take a look at some of them so you can make an informed decision about wisely growing your funds.

It’s so easy to overspend on Amazon! But, short of giving up the most popular online marketplace in the world, how can you cut back on your Amazon spending? 

It’s easier than you think! With the right tools and information, you can learn to spend less on the giant online marketplace and get your budget back on track. Here are seven ways to cut back on Amazon spending.

It's that time of year again, when jack-o'-lanterns leer into the dark night and cobwebby skeletons hang from eveyr bush. Halloween is great fun for kids and kids-at-heart. But, if you’re the one left paying for all those costumes, decor and candy, you may find the only scare you’re getting from Halloween this year is fear of the credit card bill’s arrival.

When it comes to convenience, service and sheer scope of products, nothing beats Amazon. The world’s largest and most popular online marketplace is the 21st century shopper’s go-to for virtually any product under the sun. Unfortunately, though, Amazon is also rife with scammers. Here are five Amazon scams and tips from the e-commerce giant for protecting yourself from falling victim to these schemes.