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Although bamboo is used in eco-friendly products, it’s processed with toxic chemicals when used to make rayon and other fabrics.

Before you start your travel plans, learn common tactics scammers use that can ruin your entire trip.

Caregiver websites can help you find jobs. But scammers also use them to find people to rip off.

Here's what you can do to keep your voice assistant and recordings private and secure. 

Your home networks might have a range of wireless devices on them — from computers and phones to IP cameras, voice assistants, smart TVs, and connected appliances. Taking some basic steps to secure your home Wi-Fi network will help protect your devices from getting hacked — and your information from getting stolen.

Online reviews might help you decide what to buy or what company to hire. You should be able to trust that these reviews reflect the honest opinions of people who actually used a product or service. Unfortunately, some reviews are fake, deceptive, or manipulated — and that hurts both people and honest companies.

Before you buy online, comparison shop and check sellers and products. Keep records of purchases to make sure you can hold a seller to its promises

Online marketplaces sell goods from local groups and national companies. Before you buy, learn about refunds, returns, and how to get help in case of problems.

Scammers promise to make changes to your mortgage loan or take other steps to save your home, but they don’t deliver. Never pay a company upfront for promises to help you get relief on paying your mortgage.

Use two-factor authentication to protect your accounts from hackers.

How to report suspicious online reviews across some popular websites.

Tech support scammers want you to pay them to fix a non-existent computer problem. Learn how to avoid and report tech support scams.

Reverse mortgages let you cash in on the equity in your home: these mortgages can have serious implications.

A merchant’s hold – or block – on your credit card may mean you can’t use your card for awhile. You might have to pay overdraft charges.

Signing over your disability settlement payments to raise cash fast can hurt your finances in the long run. You may end up without enough money to live on. 

The more energy efficient an appliance is, the less it costs to run, and the lower your utility bills might be.

A talent scout says you've got a future in modeling. That's flattering — but sometimes it’s a scam.

A Buyers Guide is required on used cars sold by dealers. Learn about vehicle history reports, warranties, and payment options.