Jessica Long
Worried about buying rehab or medical equipment online? Learn how to verify if a medical supply website is legit with a real-life case study and expert-level shopping tips.
Jessica Long
A consumer lost $41,000 in a wire transfer scam while trying to buy a car. Here’s how it happened, why it’s common, and what you can do to protect yourself from similar fraud.
Jessica Long
A Georgia consumer placed two Facebook orders, both marked “delivered” but never arrived. Here's what this case reveals about social media shopping scams and how to protect your money.
Jessica Long
A homeowner paid their roofer the insurance estimate, only to be asked for more later. Here’s how contract language can catch consumers off guard and what to do before you sign.
Jessica Long
A Georgia woman is losing thousands to a fake government grant scam on Facebook. Here's how it works, why it's so dangerous, and what you can do to protect loved ones.
Jessica Long
A Georgia resident paid $100 to a door-to-door magazine salesman claiming to support charity, only to discover it was a likely scam. Here's how to protect yourself from similar frauds.
Jessica Long
Georgia drivers are being redirected to third-party car registration sites charging unnecessary fees. Learn how to avoid overpaying and renew your registration safely.
Jessica Long
A Georgia resident receives a suspicious letter tied to a foreign inheritance. Learn how inheritance scams work, and how to protect yourself from emotional and financial manipulation.
Jessica Long
Many credit repair services make bold claims, but can they really erase bad credit? Here’s what you need to know before you pay for promises they can’t keep.
Jessica Long
Think you’ve been scammed by a contractor? Learn how to spot the signs, what to do next, and how to protect yourself and others from falling into the same trap.
Jessica Long
Avoid falling for fake online charity scams. Learn how to verify causes before donating, what red flags to watch for, and how to protect your money with expert-backed tips.
Jessica Long
A $40 gadget claims to cut your electric bill by 90%. Sound too good to be true? Here’s what you need to know before plugging in.
Jessica Long
When the Sweetings moved across the country, their belongings were held hostage by movers demanding more money. Learn the red flags and how to avoid this all-too-common scam.
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Jessica Long
After receiving a fake fraud alert, a woman narrowly avoided losing thousands to a Zelle scam. Discover how scammers spoof banks and use email access to steal—and how you can protect yourself from financial fraud.