Tag Archives: scams
Stop Thieves From Digging Up The Identities of the Dead
How to guard your deceased loved one's identity from modern-day grave robbers.
Last year the identities of almost 2.5 million deceased American were used to fraudulently open…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
Woman Covered Up Aunt’s Death to Live in $287 a Month Apartment
Woman scammed co-op board that dead aunt was alive but couldn't have visitors
Woman scammed co-op board into believing her dead aunt was alive
By Makkada B. Selah
FTC Says NYC-Based Telemarketers Scammed Thousands
The scams targeted the elderly and disabled telling them they would get home-based Internet businesses enabling them to work from home.
The FTC has filed suit against the Tax Club, Inc., claiming they scammed thousands of…
By Makkada B. Selah
Worthless Effort: 7 Ways to Know Whether a Job Posting is Legit
Take these key factors to search effectively for career opportunities
Learn how to be strategic and effective in your search for new career opportunities.
By BlackEnterprise.com
Holiday Scams and How to Avoid Them
What the (real!) Better Business Bureau wants you to know about this familiar holiday scam
Money Coach Lynnette Khalfani-Cox warns of the holiday scam the Better Business Bureau wants you…
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox
Oil Spill Cleanup Scams
From bogus stocks to fake job opportunities, don�t let con artists get away with your cash
Whenever there’s an opportunity, scammers often find a way to use their dirty little tricks…
By Sheiresa Ngo
Steer Clear of Moving Scams
From hidden fees to damaged belongings, unscrupulous movers can take you for a ride
Whether you’re relocating to another state or moving into your dream home, you should be…
By Sheiresa Ngo
Beware of Census Scams
Fill out your form, but keep in mind these four tips to keep you and your information safe
It’s that time again. The deadline to submit your census form is drawing near–April 1,…
By Sheiresa Ngo
What to Know Before You Donate to Haitian Relief
There�s nothing charitable about getting scammed
Before you give to any organizations, here are a couple of tips to help you…
By Renita Burns
Don’t Be Bamboozled
Recession-fueled scams are on the rise. Here’s how to avoid financial fraud
Tips for avoiding financial fraud
