Jessica Long
A Familiar Sender Made This Phishing Scam Work
A real contact made this phishing email believable. Here’s what happened, what looked suspicious, and what to do before opening shared documents.
1 day ago
5 min read
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Jessica Long
Unpaid Toll or Traffic Ticket? How to Spot the Scam
Scam texts about unpaid tolls and traffic tickets are spreading fast. Learn how to spot fake payment notices, avoid QR code traps, and verify fines safely.
May 7
6 min read
Jessica Long
Don’t Fall for Fake Home Repair Ads This Spring
Fake home repair ads spike every spring. Learn how to spot scams, avoid costly mistakes, and protect your home before hiring a contractor.
May 1
5 min read
Jessica Long
Wire Fraud Scam Hits Homebuyers at Closing
A rising wire fraud scam targets homebuyers at closing with fake instructions. Learn how it works and how to protect your money before it’s too late.
Apr 23
6 min read
Jessica Long
Fake Traffic Ticket Texts Are Spiking
Fake traffic ticket texts are on the rise. Learn how this scam works, what to watch for, and how to protect your personal and financial information before it’s too late.
Apr 17
5 min read
Jessica Long
Is That Mortgage Relief Offer a Scam?
Behind on your mortgage? Learn how to spot fake relief offers, avoid illegal upfront fees, and find real help before a scam makes a hard situation worse.
Apr 11
5 min read
Jessica Long
Don’t Let a World Cup Scam Ruin Your Trip
Planning for the 2026 World Cup? Learn how to avoid fake ticket listings, copycat sites, and travel document scams before they wreck your trip.
Apr 3
5 min read
Jessica Long
Unclaimed Funds Scams Are Getting Smarter
Scammers are using fake unclaimed funds calls and texts to steal money and personal data. Learn how to verify a claim safely and spot the warning signs.
Mar 31
6 min read
Jessica Long
Iran Conflict Scams Are Evolving Fast
Scammers are tying the Iran conflict to fake bank alerts, romance ploys, and bogus charities. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your money and personal information.
Mar 25
5 min read
Jessica Long
FTC Warns Dealers Over Misleading Car Prices
The FTC recently warned 97 auto dealership groups over deceptive pricing. Here’s what car buyers need to watch for before signing on the dotted line.
Mar 18
5 min read
Jessica Long
Prize Call or Pure Scam? How to Tell Fast
That surprise prize call may be a setup. Learn the fastest ways to spot a prize scam, protect your money, and know what to do next.
Mar 14
5 min read
Jessica Long
Beware: Spring Home Repair Scams Are Back
Spring is prime season for home repair scams. Learn the five most common contractor tricks homeowners face and how to protect yourself before hiring someone for repairs.
Mar 12
4 min read
Jessica Long
Roofing Red Flags Homeowners Should Know
Georgia homeowners face real risk when hiring a roofer. Here are the red flags to watch for, plus what to look for in a trusted local expert like Roof-Tastic.
Mar 6
7 min read
Jessica Long
Slam the Scam Day: A Quick Defense Plan for Families
Slam the Scam Day is March 5, 2026. Learn the newest red flags, why Social Security imposters work, and how to report scams fast using SSA and FTC tools.
Feb 26
5 min read
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