.“Complete your tax return information” or “confirm your personal information” are just two of the many subject lines being used in the IRS email scam. If you’ve just received one of these emails and are wondering whether to do as the “IRS” is asking, take a moment to breathe. The good news is, it’s probably not the IRS sending the email. The bad news is the email is most … [Read more...] about IRS email scam going strong during 2016 tax season
Scams & Cons
Repeat Burglary: Why Burglars Will Hit Your Home Twice
Common sense might make you think burglars don't return to crime scenes. However, statistically, many do. If your home is burglarized, you may think you're safe from another attack, but that is far from the truth. In fact, your home may be more likely burglarized now that you've been targeted. Don't be a victim more than once. Here is some insight into why burglars will hit the … [Read more...] about Repeat Burglary: Why Burglars Will Hit Your Home Twice
Income tax scams ramping up in 2016
Let's face it, filing taxes is no simple task these days. That's only one part of the problem, though. Income tax scams are already ramping up. Even though April 15 is less than two months away, you'll need to be alert for at least the next six or seven months. There will be danger lurking in every tax-related communication. Just to be clear, this includes both email and … [Read more...] about Income tax scams ramping up in 2016
Beyond two-step authentication — is the password dead?
On February 9, 2016, President Barack Obama issued a statement supporting the STOP. THINK. CONNECT. initiative and asked “Americans to move beyond just the password to leverage multiple factors of authentication when logging-in to online accounts.” In other words, he's asking for two things. First, people should use two-step authentication when it's available. Second, more … [Read more...] about Beyond two-step authentication — is the password dead?
Three tips to avoid a housing rental scam
In many markets across the country, apartment and home rentals continue to be scarce after the housing boom crash. Many who foreclosed or short sold their homes at the end of the last decade are still forced to rent because their credit hasn’t recovered. People also choose to rent to remain flexible if new job opportunities arise.These scenarios and others have forced rent … [Read more...] about Three tips to avoid a housing rental scam