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Pyramid Scheme Warning
It may sound tempting when someone offers you a way to make money by selling and recruiting others to sell … Continue reading Pyramid Scheme Warning
Crackdown on Debt Relief Scams
We get the calls frequently at our home. Robocallers offer to help reduce credit card debt. We’re on the Do … Continue reading Crackdown on Debt Relief Scams
Phishing Scam Warning From American Airlines
American Airlines warns of phishing scams that use the company’s logo and ticket information. Typically, you receive what looks like … Continue reading Phishing Scam Warning From American Airlines
Sandy Hook Scams Warning
The Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings broke our hearts and made us want to help in any way we can. … Continue reading Sandy Hook Scams Warning
Phony Credit Card Scheme Shutdown
A company that charged consumers $599 up-front to supposedly get them new low interest rate credit cards was shut down … Continue reading Phony Credit Card Scheme Shutdown
Mortgage Assistance Scam Shut Down
Spanish speaking homeowners facing foreclosure thought they’d get help to modify their mortgages. Instead they were swindled out of $995, … Continue reading Mortgage Assistance Scam Shut Down
When Someone Suggests Mortgage Modification
When someone suggests a mortgage modification for you to help you avoid foreclosure, proceed very carefully. Many of these people … Continue reading When Someone Suggests Mortgage Modification
Crackdown on Mortgage Modification Scams
They call themselves the National Legal Help Center. But the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) alleges they were out to … Continue reading Crackdown on Mortgage Modification Scams
For-Profit College Investigation
The statistics about for-profit colleges reveal a depressing pattern of debt and failure for many students who see the schools … Continue reading For-Profit College Investigation
4 Tips to Spot Mortgage Modification Scams
The foreclosure crisis is winding down after a tough spell for many homeowners. But there are still a lot of … Continue reading 4 Tips to Spot Mortgage Modification Scams
Class Action Lawsuit Against Debt Collectors
More than 100,000 New Yorkers now can fight back in court against against debt collectors. Federal Judge Denny Chinn granted class … Continue reading Class Action Lawsuit Against Debt Collectors
Veterans and Credit Repair
Check your credit report for free at annualcreditreport .com. You can do this for free 3 times a year. If someone … Continue reading Veterans and Credit Repair
Crackdown on Misleading Mortgage Ads
It’s easy to get fooled by advertising. And for the buyer, it’s potentially financially dangerous when ads don’t tell the … Continue reading Crackdown on Misleading Mortgage Ads