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Not That Into You: Avoiding Romance Scams, Even If You’re Not Dating

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In a world where the next swipe or click holds a blend of opportunities and risks, online encounters aren’t just for singles. Have you ever considered that you could be a mark even if you’re happily married or uninterested in dating? That’s why this month’s post is all about romance scams and their red flags.

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Gym Membership scams

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Are you starting a new fitness journey? Don’t let gym scams ruin your progress and financial health. Learn how to identify common scams and protect yourself with our latest article. Stay fit and scam-free! #fitnessfraud #scamawareness [Insert link here] Keep reading to discover the signs of gym membership scams.

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December Scam Tip – gift card scams

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In our fast-paced world, gift cards have become a go-to choice for convenient gift giving. These little treasures have also caught the eye of sneaky scammers on the hunt for an easy payday. The good news is, with a few simple steps, you can protect your assets. Here are 5 practical steps that will help you outsmart gift card scams and learn what to do if you ever find yourself caught in their web.

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Steer Clear of Car Warranty Scams: What You Need to Know

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In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to fall prey to various scams that seem legitimate on the surface. One such scam that’s making rounds is the car warranty scam. This scam targets unsuspecting car owners with offers of extended warranties that are often too good to be true. In this post, we’ll delve into the details of these scams, how they work, and how you can protect yourself.

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Super scary Halloween scams

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October brings the excitement of Halloween — costumes, candy, and spooky fun. But beware of Halloween scams! From fake merchandise to phishing scams, these horrors are designed to exploit the unwary. In this blog post, we’ll unmask common Halloween scams and help you stay safe during this haunting holiday season

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The Most Common 2023 Scam: Bogus Bank Fraud Warnings

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In a world increasingly reliant on digital transactions, scammers have found new ways to exploit the unsuspecting. According to the Federal Trade Commission’s data analysis, the most common scam in the United States in 2023 is bogus bank fraud warnings via text message.

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Tips to avoid the Economic Impact Payment scam

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The weather isn’t the only thing that’s hot this summer. The Economic Impact Payment scam is making a comeback more than two years after the payments went out to taxpayers. Unlike the lyrics in the old Eddie Cochran song, Summertime Blues, “Ain’t no cure for the summertime blues,” there is a cure for this summertime scam. Here are four tips to help you avoid becoming a victim of the Economic Impact Payment scam.

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Tips to deal with an unwanted Amazon Prime membership

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Amazon has millions of customers with an Amazon Prime membership, and they’re always on the hunt for more. But just because they want you as a member, doesn’t mean you have to sign up. If you’ve been enrolled as an Amazon Prime member against your wishes, read on. You might find a solution to an unwanted Amazon Prime membership.

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A new twist on the package delivery scam

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Do you remember the days when package deliveries from companies like Fedex or UPS were on-time, every time? These days, not so much. Right? I covered these scams a few years ago in my post, 5 tips to avoid a package delivery scam, but in 2023, scammers have come up with a new twist on this old standby.

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