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Phishing is a cybercrime where scammers use deceptive messages to steal victims’ personal information. These messages can impersonate well-known companies, government agencies, celebrities or even people the victim knows. The goal is to create a sense of urgency, fear or curiosity, which often dupes people into clicking a malicious link or providing confidential details.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday can be fun — but they can also put you at risk. Here are 5 scams to look out for as you brave the frenzied crowds while trying to snag the best deals after Thanksgiving.

College degree scams can be tough to spot. Unfortunately, getting duped by one can mean losing out on lots of time and money. Here’s what to know about college scams.

It's tax season, and that means scammers are looking to steal your tax return. Here's what to know about tax return scams and how to avoid them. 

Subscription services offer convience and access to a wide range of services. Unfortunatly, fraudsters often exploit that, here's how subscription scams play out and how to protect yourself.

We know when your tech devices don't work it can be frustrating, and scammers tend to take advantage of that. Learn how you can avoid falling for a tech support scam.

From revolutionizing industries, like healthcare and finance, to replacing AI is changing the world. Here's what you need to do know about AI Scams and how to protect yourself.

Don’t get scammed this summer! Here are some of the most common summer scams and how to avoid them.

'Tise the season to be Jolly! Unfortunately, though, not everything about the holiday season is all happya nd nice. Watch out for these six naughty holiday scams.

While payday loans can be legit, there are many scammers masquerading as payday lenders looking to trap the cash-strapped borrower in a never-ending nightmare. 

Embarking on the journey to buy your first home is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. To help make the process smoother and more manageable, we’ve compiled some essential tips and tricks to set you up for success. 

It’s back-to-school season! You might have a shopping list as long as your Amazon wishlist, but don’t let the overwhelm make it a back-to-scam season for fraudsters. 

Owning a home is a dream and major accomplishment for many. Yet, the mortgage application process can be complex and daunting. With the right guidance and preparation, though, you can make this journey much smoother. 

Securing a mortgage is a significant milestone in achieving the dream of homeownership. However, the journey to obtaining a mortgage involves navigating through paperwork and documents. 

It’s a new product — and you can try it for free! 

Sounds amazing? Well, know that a free trial can actually be a gateway to a devastating scam. Here’s what you need to know about free trial scams and how to stay safe.

Looking for a few tips on how to spruce up your finances? Check out these five tips that can help you spring in the right direction.

It’s tax refund season! How are you going to be spending the pile of cash that Uncle Sam’s giving back? 

It’s so easy to overspend on Amazon! But, short of giving up the most popular online marketplace in the world, how can you cut back on your Amazon spending? 

It’s easier than you think! With the right tools and information, you can learn to spend less on the giant online marketplace and get your budget back on track. Here are seven ways to cut back on Amazon spending.

It's that time of year again, when jack-o'-lanterns leer into the dark night and cobwebby skeletons hang from every bush. Halloween is great fun for kids and kids-at-heart. But, if you’re the one left paying for all those costumes, decor and candy, you may find the only scare you’re getting from Halloween this year is fear of the credit card bill’s arrival.