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Published: February 7, 2023
Tips to ensure that your money arrives as quickly and safely as possible, once you have submitted your federal taxes and know you have a refund coming to you. It is also a good time to consider how to get the most out of your money.
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Published: January 27, 2023
If you create an account on an organization?s website, you may be prompted to read and accept a privacy policy. Before you accept the terms of the privacy policy, ask yourself the questions.
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Published: November 28, 2022
When shopping online during the holiday season, or any time of year, always be wary of deals that seem too good to be true. Do your part to avoid becoming a scammer's next victim.
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Published: July 18, 2022
In 2016, the Federal Trade Commission received more than 400,000 complaints from consumers reporting that they?d been exposed to impersonation scams. The ?grandparent scam? is one type that deliberately targets older Americans.
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Published: July 18, 2022
The key to spotting financial abuse is a change in a person?s established financial patterns. Watch out for these red flags.