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The latest scams explained, with tips to help you defend against them both online and off.
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8 Medicare scams to avoid in 2025
Discover 8 of the most common Medicare scams in 2025 and how you can avoid falling victim.
February 19, 2026
10 min read
Scams & Fraud
What is phishing? Types of phishing attacks and how to spot them
January 15, 2026
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8 min read
Scams & Fraud
How to navigate car warranty calls without getting scammed
December 19, 2025
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9 min read
Scams & Fraud
Is Fiverr legit? A safety guide for buyers and sellers
November 13, 2025
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15 min read
Scams & Fraud
What is a brushing scam? Why free packages raise red flags
November 13, 2025
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10 min read
Scams & Fraud
What is check washing, how it works, and how to protect yourself
November 12, 2025
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11 min read
Scams & Fraud
15 WhatsApp scams happening right now and how to avoid them
August 19, 2025
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18 min read
Scams & Fraud
Is Depop safe and legit? Learn how to buy and sell more safely
July 08, 2025
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9 min read
Scams & Fraud
Why is account services calling me? Protect against this common scam
January 09, 2025
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9 min read
Scams & Fraud
Do banks refund scammed money? How to get your money back from a scammer
November 12, 2024
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8 min read
Internet Security
Elderly scams: Types and tips to help protect seniors
October 04, 2024
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14 min read
Identity Theft
W-2 Phishing Scam: What It Is and How To Help Protect Against It
March 06, 2024
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3 min read
Identity Theft
That misdelivered email or letter could come back to bite you
January 11, 2024
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6 min read
Internet Security
13 Census Scams to Watch Out For in 2020 and How to Avoid Them
April 01, 2020
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3 min read
Internet Security
Netflix Email Scam Targets 110 Million Subscribers: Here's What to Do
November 09, 2017
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3 min read
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