QR Codes That Steal Your Information

QR Codes That Steal Your Information

Dec 13, 2023

Scammers hide harmful links in QR codes to steal your personal information. By Alvaro Puig – FTC Consumer Education Specialist QR codes seem to be everywhere. You may have scanned one to see the menu at a restaurant or pay for public parking.

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Spot Holiday Job Scams

Spot Holiday Job Scams

Dec 6, 2023

By Jim Kreidler – Consumer Education Specialist/FTC Lots of folks look for jobs during the holiday season to make some extra cash or pay bills. But scammers follow seasonal employment trends, too, advertising jobs the same way honest employers do. They’re looking for

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Tips For Finding A Holiday Side Hustle

Tips For Finding A Holiday Side Hustle

Nov 3, 2023

A seasonal job is a great way to supplement your income, particularly in today’s economic environment. It’s important to remember, however, that if your personal information gets in the wrong hands, a scam-artist can do considerable damage, so be careful when sharing. By

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Get A Master’s Degree In Life Skills: Tips For Students Heading To College This Fall

Get A Master’s Degree In Life Skills: Tips For Students Heading To College This Fall

Aug 9, 2023

As you start your college journey and enjoy newfound freedom, be alert! Scams often target students. Stay informed and safeguard your future. By Mechelle Mills If you are headed away for college and will be on your own for the first time, there

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