Entries by jwrighte

How to Report a Website Scam

Victim of a Website Scam? Help Others Stay Safe! Scam websites abound. It is often hard to tell the difference between a legitimate site and those hoping to steal personal information. However, here are some steps to help decipher between scam websites and safe ones.

How to Report Consumer Fraud

What is Consumer Fraud? Anyone can be the victim of consumer fraud and the resulting financial loss can vary in severity. Since anyone can fall victim to consumer fraud, it is important to understand what consumer fraud is, how to prevent it, and how to report scams.

24 Tips for Credit Card Protection

Credit Card Protection Tips Consumers Must Know In general, credit cards ensure safe and simple monetary transactions.  However, if you don’t proceed with caution, credit cards can be extremely dangerous to your financial stability.  But with a little credit card fraud protection, you can decrease the likelihood of criminal activity.

How to Report Email Scams

Email Scams Abound Email is a great tool for communication, and almost everyone is using it. It’s great for keeping up with friends, solidifying business plans and talking with distant relatives. If you’re not careful, however, email can be used against you.

How to Get Your Money Back From Online Scams

Good News: It IS Possible to Get Your Money Back! Online scammers are sneaky.  Not only do they do an excellent job of disguising their real intentions, they also do a great job of covering their tracks.  This makes it incredibly difficult to get your money back if you’ve fallen victim to their ploy.