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Short, timely articles based on a real-world weekly theme.

Avoiding Financial Scams

This week, let's explore some common financial scams - from old fashioned Ponzi schemes to business opportunity scams pushed by internet influencers.
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Understanding Today's Scams

A look at the growing impact of financial scams and how they use technology to find new victims.

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The Psychology of Scams

How scammers manipulate human psychology to lure victims into their schemes.

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Senior Investment Scams

How to recognized and prevent investment scams that target older Americans.

Money Shredder

Online Business Opportunity Scams

If you spot an online business opportunity that appears too good to be true, it almost certainly is.

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Avoiding Pyramid Schemes

Pyramid schemes can seem legitimate. Here's how to spot the difference between a scam and a legitimate opportunity.

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Are Some For-Profit Universities Scams?

Few for-profit schools are outright scams, but it's important to research actual outcomes of their students before taking on student debt.

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Romance and Relationship Scams

How to protect your heart and wallet when online dating.

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The Worst Case Scenario Guide to Money

This week addresses the steps to consider during some very real worst case scenarios, including the loss of a job, student loan default, bad credit, home foreclosure, plus more.

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You're a Victim of Identity Theft - Now What?

Suggestions for limiting the damage of identity theft - and help for preventing such theft from occurring in the future.

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Defaulted on a Student Loan - Now What?

A review of the steps you need to take once you've defaulted on a student loan.

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Home Threatened With Foreclosure - Now What?

Smart strategies to employ when you're seriously behind on your mortgage.

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You Have Bad Credit - Now What?

Steps for getting your finances back on track and improving your credit score.

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You Just Lost Your Job - Now What?

How to ensure that you'll be in the best possible position to recover from a job loss.

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Navigating Natural Disasters

Steps to consider when preparing your financial emergency kit.

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