Tag Archives: scams
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
By Marcia Wade Talbert
Scam Alert: Cash For Home Offer May Not Be What You Think
Tempting offer proves to be fool's gold
“Sell you home for cash” signs are ubiquitous, and unfortunately, sketchy, says Manny Alvarado, operation…
By Renita Burns
Foreclosure Prevention Gone Awry?
'Justice League' clamps down on home mortgage scams
The ink on President Barack Obama’s massive stimulus plan hadn’t dried before spurious Websites sprouted…
By Renita Burns
Robbing Peter to Pay Paul
Protect yourself from Ponzis and other investment fraud
News about the $65 billion Ponzi scheme perpetrated by former NASDAQ chairman Bernard Madoff has…
By Carolyn M. Brown
The Cutting Edge: Beware of Stimulus-Related Scams
Don't get sucked in by con artists with fraudulent claims
Waiting for your cut from President Barack Obama’s $787 billion stimulus package? Well, don’t hold…
