Social Security scams—the new wave The Inspector General has warned consumers to beware of robocalls from the main Social Security number. This warning comes in response to an increase in Social Security scams. Thanks to technological advances, scammers are now able to trick CallerID into displaying almost any number they choose. Is it any wonder the bad guys have chosen the … [Read more...] about Scam Tip: Social Security scams become more sophisticated
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Health plan scam season is upon us – 3 tips to avoid a scam
We all know the cost of medical health insurance is sky high, which means during November and open enrollment people are looking at new health plans. It also means we need to be on alert for a health plan scam during our search. One example of a health plan scam is Simple Health, a company that used misleading statements to sell their products. Know what you’re … [Read more...] about Health plan scam season is upon us – 3 tips to avoid a scam
Three tips for your Internet of Things device
If you’ve bought a “smart device” for your home, you could be helping hackers around the world. The problem began when the first smart devices failed to provide a way to change their default passwords. When the news broke that these devices could be hacked on a massive scale and used in phishing scams, the manufactures slowly made changes to enhance the security of future … [Read more...] about Three tips for your Internet of Things device
Identity theft resources — where does a victim begin?
Identity theft resources — where does a victim begin? If you’ve ever been the victim of identity theft, you know how lonely it can feel. Someone has taken away your most personal information. For financial identity theft, bill collectors start knocking on the door. Past due notices turn up in the mail. And, lawyers begin threatening legal action for something you had no … [Read more...] about Identity theft resources — where does a victim begin?
Tips for dealing with the Western Union Remission settlement
Western Union remission. It sounds like a disease. Or a scam. In fact, it’s neither. The Western Union remission process allows victims who sent money to a scammer via Western Union to file for a refund. Victims shouldn’t get overly excited though. This is a settlement between the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Western Union, not a case of a company developing a guilty … [Read more...] about Tips for dealing with the Western Union Remission settlement