Financial Education
A Sharing Economy
In recent years we’ve seen the rise of the phenomenon known as the sharing economy or collaborative consumption. Collaborative consumption allows consumers to share access to products or services, rather than having individual ownership
Full storyIs That Check Bad?
It’s easy to believe that you are working for a valid secret shopping company when they send you your first official-looking check in the mail. But could that check be the scam itself?
Full storyWant to Buy Your First House? Here’s What You Need to Know
Most first-time homebuyers don’t have a clue what they would even qualify to buy, and many have that “deer in the headlights” look when they walk in. The purpose of this post is to help you understand what to bring to your mortgage lender and what to expect when buying your first home.
Full storyFraud Alert: Weather Disasters Gusting in Scams
Watch out for charity scams. Beware of links to charities. Question social media posts.
Full storyProtect Yourself Against Money Mule Scams
Fraudsters bring their unsuspecting victims in on the scheme and make them do the majority of the work….and this can oftentimes leave their victims penniless. This twisted tactic is known as a “money mule” scheme.
Full storyIf It Sounds Too Good
She didn’t even remember entering a sweepstakes, but she’d somehow managed to win – and win big!
Full storyI’m Sorry. This Card Is Declined
My debit card number had been stolen and fraudulent charges amounting to $150 had accumulated.
Full storyBank In Your Pajamas
Today, consumers expect and demand that they’re able to do almost any banking transaction in their pajamas…at any time of day or night, from their laptop, tablet or phone.
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