Category: Consumer Protection
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When Considering Opportunities, Be Cautious of Investment Scams
An investment can be a way to create income, but awareness of scams, thorough research, and cautious decision-making are crucial for protecting your money.
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How to Protect Yourself from Utility Scams and Electricity Service Scammers
Beware of utility and electricity service scams. Scammers may use a variety of tactics but there are ways to protect yourself.
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Insightful Information on Social Engineering and How to Protect Yourself
Social engineering involves deceptive tactics to gain unauthorized access to personal data. Learn how to better protect yourself.
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Steps to Homeownership: Plan, Shop, and Know Your Rights
Many Americans prioritize homeownership, with a 65.6% ownership rate in the first quarter of 2024. Learn steps to homeownership.
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Know how to spot a mystery shopping scam
Mystery shopping involves anonymous assessments of customer experience. It’s valuable to businesses but can also be exploited as scams.
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Protect yourself from social engineering
Social engineering involves manipulating individuals to divulge confidential data, often through impersonation, phishing, and SIM swapping tactics.