Financial Scams and How to Avoid Them

Financial Scams and How to Avoid Them

The Rise of Financial Scams and Their Consequences In recent years, we've seen a rise in financial scams driven largely by the rapid advancements in technology. As we've embraced online shopping and banking, scammers have found savvy ways to hack accounts and steal money. Scammers use the anonymity provided by digital platforms to target a wide audience and constantly refine their methods to keep up with new trends and technology. Understanding Financial Scams: What You Need to Know Awareness…

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Consumer Protection for Armed Forces

Consumer Protection for Armed Forces

The demands and sacrifices of the armed forces place unique financial challenges on military members, veterans, and their families. As a result, July has been designated Military Consumer Protection Month. Military Consumer Protection refers to the set of laws, regulations, and initiatives that aim to protect military service members and their families from unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices by businesses and financial institutions. Resources for consumers to help ensure you're safe from scams and fraud. The Need for Consumer…

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What You Need to Know for National Consumer Protection Week

What You Need to Know for National Consumer Protection Week

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) observes National Consumer Protection Week, the first full week in March. Protecting consumers is hugely important as a fellow consumer, daily money manager, and professional organizer. Many resources are available to consumers to help ensure you're safe from scams, fraud, and other nefarious plots. Federal Trade Commission Alerts Sign up for the FTC's alert emails to receive up-to-date information on the latest scams and get their blog delivered right to your inbox! And because…

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Resources to Simplify Your Life

Resources to Simplify Your Life

How many activities and responsibilities do you manage in a day? Whether you’re running a business, juggling family priorities, or both, tools and resources help simplify daily life. As a daily money management and organization professional, True Assisting proudly offers these resources to simplify your life. Many of them we use ourselves. And we’ve included some book suggestions, too. We love books! Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click…

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