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Three for Thursday 05.13.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 05.13.2021

"We need you to call us regarding an important matter about this loan." That's the...

Three for Thursday 05.06.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 05.06.2021

I'm fuming a bit about what's happening to Juanita. She had a sewage back up...

Three for Thursday 04.29.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.29.2021

Let's talk about consent. I read this morning that Apple is about to make it...

Three for Thursday 04.22.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.22.2021

Let's say for some crazy reason you have to choose one eating utensil for the...

What to Ask About Free Credit Monitoring
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention

Effie Ross

What to Ask About Free Credit Monitoring

After a data breach, some companies offer credit monitoring, which is usually intended to maintain good will with the affected customers. But before you dive into free credit monitoring, you should stop and ask a few questions.

Three for Thursday 04.15..2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.15..2021

Is it possible TrustDALE came from an ostrich egg? That's what occurred to me this...

Three for Thursday 04.08.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.08.2021

I've been experiencing a season of stress (haven't we all) but it occurred to me...

Three for Thursday 04.01.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 04.01.2021

How are we still married? You might ask yourself that from time to time, but...

Three for Thursday 03.25.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 03.25.2021

Choosing your news feed. As a longtime journalist, I took for granted that people knew...

How to Tell Legitimate Debt Relief from a Scam
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention

Effie Ross

How to Tell Legitimate Debt Relief from a Scam

An honest credit counseling service offers practical advice and legal guidance to help you pay down your debt. Some may even negotiate with your debtors on your behalf. Unfortunately, debt relief is also a magnet for scammers.

Three for Thursday 03.18.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 03.18.2021

Leashes, treats and patience. Regardless our position in life, we all must deal with these....

Why You Should Skip Car Registration Services
Automotive Scam Prevention

Effie Ross

Why You Should Skip Car Registration Services

No one likes dealing with government bureaucracies, and often it seems like paying someone else to handle the paperwork is a welcome service. But in the case of car registration, skip the concierge service, and here’s why!

Three for Thursday 03.11.2021
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 03.11.2021

Is this real? I get that question all the time. Scammers have become expert at...

When Free Tax Preparation Isn't Free
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention

Effie Ross

When Free Tax Preparation Isn't Free

Joel ran through a "free" online tax program and filled out all the necessary information. But when it came time to file, he got a message that he is ineligible for free filing.