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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7 Financial To-Dos This December

7 Financial To-Dos This December

As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to ensure your finances are in good order and set yourself up for success in the coming year. These seven financial to-dos should be on your list. Review Your Auto Insurance Coverage Most people stay with the same insurer year after year. Particularly if they combine it with home or other insurances for a promoted discount; however, if you haven’t shopped for auto insurance in the past three years, you…

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Don’t Let Identity Theft Affect Your Retirement

Don’t Let Identity Theft Affect Your Retirement

Most people think about identity theft as having a negative impact on their credit score and purchasing ability. That’s certainly true, but it can also adversely affect your retirement. If someone gets your social security number, Medicare account number, or credit card information, they may be able to collect the benefits that are rightfully yours. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something we have…

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13 Ways to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

13 Ways to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

Protect Yourself: Effective Steps to Prevent Identity Theft You've heard horror stories about identity theft destroying people's credit or worse. Although such crimes are so common, there are ways to protect yourself—and that doesn't mean hiding your money under the mattress or making all purchases in cash. Try these highly effective steps instead. 1. Protect Your Social Security Number from Identity Theft Do not carry your social security card with you. The only time you should have to show…

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What to Do if You Think You’ve Been Hacked

What to Do if You Think You’ve Been Hacked

One concern many people have in today’s digital world is being hacked. Hackers may hijack your Facebook account and spam your friends or steal your email information and attempt to extort money from your friends by pretending they’re in need of help. If someone hacks your accounts, it can feel as violating as someone breaking into your home and taking your stuff. Although you can’t call the police the way you would for a break-in, there are steps you…

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