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You want your donations to count, so it’s important to do some research before giving to a charity. Here are some things you can do to learn more about a charity and avoid donating to a scam. Five

Someone calls or contacts you saying they’re a family member or close friend. They say they need money to get out of trouble. But check that there’s an emergency first because it could be a scammer

Scammers pressure you to wire money to them because it’s easy to take your money and disappear. Wiring money is like sending cash — once it’s gone, you probably can’t get it back. Never wire money to

Spam email can be annoying. Worse, it can include scammy offers that can cost you time and money. Here are some things you can do to get fewer spam emails. How To Get Fewer Spam Emails How Not To Be a

When it comes to preparing for weather emergencies, financial readiness is as important as a flashlight with fully charged batteries. Leaving your home can be stressful, but knowing that your personal

For many people, a home is one of the most expensive purchases they will ever make. It’s important to understand the different types of coverage (builder warranty versus home warranty or service

Home security systems are designed to protect you, your home, and your valuables. They vary in price and what they can do. Not all security companies are legit. So when sellers come knocking on your

If you're having trouble paying your car loan, you might think about doing business with a company that says they can get you lower monthly payments. But not all refinancing companies play by the

Are you looking for help figuring out the immigration process or filling out immigration forms? There are legitimate organizations that can help you, but there also are scammers looking to trick you

Comparing prices online can save you a bundle when you rent a car. Learn how to compare the total cost — not just the advertised price. Fees and options can increase the base price dramatically

Learn what identity theft is, how to protect yourself against it, and how to know if someone stole your identity. What Is Identity Theft? How To Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft How To Know if

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You care about your customers. Help them avoid gift card scams. Stop Gift Card Scams is a consumer education campaign sponsored by the Federal Trade Commission and its partners to fight scams that use

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Investment scams lure you in with promises of teaching you how to make a lot of money quickly, easily, and with low risk — usually by investing in the financial or real estate markets. Sometimes

People lose a lot of money to phone scams — sometimes their life savings. Scammers have figured out countless ways to cheat you out of your money over the phone. In some scams, they act friendly and