10 PayPal Scams to Watch Out For—and How to Avoid Them
Digital payment systems like PayPal are more popular than ever, and scammers are following the money. Here's what you can do to guard against them.
What Is Spoofing, and How Can You Spot It?
Spoofing is a funny word, but its consequences are serious. Here's how spoofing works, the many forms it can take...
9 Common Zelle Scams to Watch Out For
Because Zelle is an easy way to send and receive money, it's also an easy way for hackers to steal...
Misinformation vs. Disinformation: How to Tell the Difference
Even the savviest of us can be fooled. Here's how to recognize fake info.
8 Best RFID-Blocking Wallets to Protect Your Credit Cards
Though the risk is low, having your cards skimmed using RFID technology can cause a potentially major financial burden. The...
Here’s What Hackers Can Do with Just Your Cell Phone Number
Scammers can use your phone number to impersonate, steal from, and harass you and others. Here's what to do if...
Is Love Bombing the Newest Scam to Avoid?
Could your partner's grand gestures lead to a romance scam? Watch out for these red flags.
Received an Unexpected Package? It Could Be a Brushing Scam
Finding an unfamiliar package on your doorstep could have a dangerous downside.
This Is What an Amazon Email Scam Looks Like
Not every email from Amazon is legitimate. Keep an eye out for these telltale signs you might be dealing with...
Gift Card Scams: What They Are and How to Avoid Them
Your credit card isn't the only item in your wallet that scammers love. Watch out for these gift card scams...
15 Signs Someone Just Stole Your Identity
Nearly 60 million Americans have been victims of identity theft. Watch out for these signs that you're one of them.
How to Identify—and Stop—Those Pesky Car Warranty Scams
Car warranty scams are annoying and potentially dangerous. Here's why they're happening in the first place—and how to stop them.
14 Facebook Marketplace Scams to Watch Out For
Buyer beware: Scammers have set up shop on Facebook. Here's how to avoid falling victim to some common Facebook Marketplace...
10 Common Cash App Scams & Hacks: How to Stay Safe
Fraudsters are stealing people's money via Cash App scams, raising questions about how secure this contactless payment app really is
12 Common Venmo Scams to Watch Out For
Payment apps have made transferring cash more convenient than ever, but some thieves are setting up Venmo scams to steal...
How to Identify Apple Phishing Emails and Avoid Getting Scammed
Scams are getting more sophisticated. Learn what to look for so you don't fall prey to an Apple phishing email.
Amazon Scams to Avoid at All Costs
Thwart scammers in their paths by not falling for any of these scams.
These Prisoners Scammed Millions from the Comfort of Their Jail Cells
A diabolical scam snares everyday Americans. The real shock is that it is pulled off by prisoners.
This Man Rigged the Lottery Five Times Before He Got Caught
It was the biggest lottery scam in American history.
7 Warning Signs a CBD Product Is Fake
An alarming number of CBD products on the market fail laboratory testing for safety and efficacy. Learn how to discern...
If You Hear This 4-Word Phrase When You Pick Up the Phone, Hang Up Immediately
These four words are a red flag that you might be dealing with a phone scammer. Here's what you should...
9 Signs an Instagram Ad Can’t Be Trusted
Enhance your detective skills so you don't fall victim to these common scams.
8 Signs You Shouldn’t Accept a LinkedIn Request
LinkedIn is a place to connect with people in your career field and grow your network, but before accepting every...
10 Most Common eBay Scams to Look Out For
eBay opens up a new world of used items and can't-miss deals. It also opens up the possibility of scams...
Watch Out for These 13 Common Car Repair Scams
Unless you're a car expert or best friends with a mechanic, you might be tricked into paying for services you...
17 Facebook Scams You Need to Take Seriously
You might just use Facebook for watching funny cat videos, but crooks use it to steal your money and information
The Gift-Card Scam You Need to Watch Out for
As the holiday season rushes full steam ahead, gift-card scams are on the rise. Learn how to detect and prevent...
If You See This Post on Social Media, Ignore it! It’s a Scam
This scam has been circling the Internet for years.
