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Scams & Fraud

Comprehensive guides to the most common schemes used by scammers and fraudsters.

8 Medicare scams to avoid in 2025

Discover 8 of the most common Medicare scams in 2025 and how you can protect against them.
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What is a brushing scam? Why free packages raise red flags
Learn how brushing scams work, why you’re receiving random packages, and the potential risks involved.
November 13, 2025 · 10 min read
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Is Fiverr legit? A safety guide for buyers and sellers
Fiver is a legit site for freelancers to sell their work, but it’s not immune to scams. Learn how to protect yourself as a buyer or seller.
November 13, 2025 · 15 min read
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4 types of credit card fraud and how to protect yourself

Learn how the most common forms of credit card fraud work and what you can do to stay safer.
12 min read
Clone cards: Definition, examples, and how to stay safe
Card cloning allows criminals to make functioning copies of your credit card. Learn how to protect yourself.
November 04, 2025 · 8 min read
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22 credit card fraud statistics
Explore the latest credit card fraud statistics and trends to stay informed and get insights that can help you protect against the risk.
September 02, 2025 · 9 min read
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15 IRS scams and tips for how to avoid them

Discover 15 of the most common tax scams and get tips that can help you protect yourself against them.
10 min read
Tax scams: 15 IRS scams and how to spot them
Discover 15 of the most common tax scams to look out for this year and get tips to help protect against them.
April 11, 2025 · 10 min read
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What to do if someone steals your tax refund
Stolen tax refunds can be costly. Learn how to reduce your risk of losing your refund check and how to protect yourself from tax fraud.
March 20, 2025 · 4 min read
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What can someone do with your Social Security number?

Learn what identity thieves can do with a stolen Social Security number and how to protect yours.
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Social Security fraud: How to detect and report it
Learn what Social Security fraud is, the different types, and how you can detect and report it to help prevent your SSN being misused.
June 11, 2025 · 8 min read
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What to do if someone has your Social Security number
Learn what to do if someone has your Social Security number, including how to report fraud and how to secure your identity.
September 19, 2024 · 14 min read
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Types of loan fraud and key warning signs

Learn how loan fraud works, what types you need to be aware of, and what you can do to help protect yourself.
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What to do if you’ve been scammed
Learn what to do if you’ve been scammed to protect your finances, sensitive data, and identity.
October 20, 2025 · 10 min read
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How to spot scam, fake, and phishing emails in 30 seconds
Knowing how to tell if an email is fake can help you avoid phishing scams, malware, and data theft.
October 10, 2025 · 11 min read
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