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Small businesses targeted with unauthorized withdrawals
The last thing struggling small business own
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FTC Announces Auto Buyers Study Reports
Many of us depend on our cars — for work, errands, shuttling kids, and visiting loved ones.
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MyLife accused of posting misleading background reports
If you’re looking for a job, an apartment, or a loan, there’s a good chance that someone will be looking at you — closely. They may search for your name online or order a background report.
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Big FTC win against student loan debt relief firm
Just about a year ago, we told you about a case the FTC brought against a student loan debt re
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FTC, SBA warn companies about SBA loan promises
The latest recipients of government warning letters are six companies that said they could speed U.S.
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Fraudulent funders = big woes for small businesses
At some point in running your small business or organization, you may need financing to grow or keep things running. That’s a need very much on business owners’ minds right now.
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New funding for Coronavirus SBA loans attracts scammers
If you’re a business owner, you may be planning to apply for a loan through the SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) or Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) program.
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What you should know about payday loans and car title loans
If the Coronavirus pandemic is causing you financial stress, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans have lost all or part of their income because they can’t work.
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Dealing with debt collectors during the pandemic
Job losses have traveled hand-in-hand with the Coronavirus. If you’re having trouble paying your bills, you’re not alone. Here are a few things to keep in mind if a debt collector calls.
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Managing your bills during COVID-19
COVID-19 has thrown the economy into a tailspin. Many people have been laid off, furloughed, or are working fewer hours. And as wages dry up, bills can pile up.