The “Federal Student Tax”: It’s not real. Scammers look for targets throughout the calendar year, but around this time, as students and their families prepare for the beginning of school, the “Federal Student Tax” scam seems to make the rounds. How Do I Know I’m Being Scammed? Let’s be very … Continue reading →

Got bugs? Maybe not! As a homeowner, you are committed to taking good care of your home. Unfortunately, termite inspection scams are real. Because of this, it’s wise to be aware of the tactics scammers will use to take advantage of you. Here are some things to watch out for: … Continue reading →

Do You Really Need All Those Extra Services? Your little red light is on, and it’s that time again — time to get an oil change. You usually like to go to the shop that’s just a short distance from your home or work, but today, construction is keeping you … Continue reading →

When the Middleman is a Sham. While escrow has become a popular way to improve trust and transparency online, usually for car or high-ticket jewelry purchases, many fraudulent escrow scams have put a spotlight on this type of service. An escrow transaction occurs when money or other financial assets are … Continue reading →

Even Though Tax Season is Over – You Can Still Get Scammed.   At tax time, if you’re like many people, you scramble around, making sure that your tax returns and all the paperwork with them are in order and sent in on time. But there’s someone else out there … Continue reading →