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The High Cost of Trust: How to Shield Yourself from Investment Scams
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The High Cost of Trust: How to Shield Yourself from Investment Scams

Protect yourself and your loved ones from the rising threat of elder fraud and crypto scams. Learn the latest tactics scammers use and how to stay one step ahead.

Driven Into Danger: The Stolen Car a Dealer Never Should've Sold
Automotive Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Driven Into Danger: The Stolen Car a Dealer Never Should've Sold

A Georgia dealership sold a stolen car to a young buyer, trapping him in a dangerous and costly situation. Here’s how it happened, and how you can protect yourself.

Stolen Refunds: The Scam That Resurfaces Every Spring
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Stolen Refunds: The Scam That Resurfaces Every Spring

Scammers are stealing tax refunds using fake filings and stolen Social Security numbers. Learn how to protect your identity and stop them before they strike.

The Flooring Trap: Why "20 Years of Experience" Could Be Costing You Big
Scam Prevention Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Flooring Trap: Why "20 Years of Experience" Could Be Costing You Big

Hiring a flooring contractor? Learn why “20 years of experience” might not be enough, and how to spot professionals who stay on top of modern flooring innovations.

The Costly Rise of Remote Work Scams
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Costly Rise of Remote Work Scams

Remote job scams are targeting vulnerable job seekers in Atlanta and beyond. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect yourself from fake job offers disguised as dream gigs.

Tap and Trap: The Toll Scam That Starts with a Text
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Tap and Trap: The Toll Scam That Starts with a Text

Drivers across Georgia are receiving fake toll payment texts designed to steal money and personal data. Learn how to spot the scam, protect yourself, and verify real Peach Pass charges before it's too late.

Roofers Are Blowing Up Your Phone? It Could Be a Scam
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Roofers Are Blowing Up Your Phone? It Could Be a Scam

Homeowners are being targeted by unsolicited roofing calls and texts, which are often a sign of a scam. Learn how to spot the red flags, protect your home, and find a trusted roofing professional you can actually rely on.

The True Cost of Fast Cash: Why Payday Loans Can Wreck Your Wallet
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The True Cost of Fast Cash: Why Payday Loans Can Wreck Your Wallet

Payday loans may seem like a quick fix, but they come with sky-high interest rates and hidden risks. Learn why they’re rarely worth it and what safer alternatives exist.

Trapped by a Trend: TikTok Supplement Scheme Targeting Teens
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Trapped by a Trend: TikTok Supplement Scheme Targeting Teens

An Atlanta mom exposes a TikTok-fueled supplement subscription trap targeting teen girls. Learn how to avoid getting stuck in costly recurring charges.

High-End Hype, Low-End Hustle: The New Face of an Old Scam
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

High-End Hype, Low-End Hustle: The New Face of an Old Scam

A parking lot pitch led one shopper to spend $340 on a “high-end” projector that wasn’t what it seemed. Learn how modern scammers are revamping old cons—and how to protect yourself.

The $6 Scam: When “Convenience Fees” Cross the Line
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The $6 Scam: When “Convenience Fees” Cross the Line

A $6 insurance fee sounds harmless—until you're charged another $6 just to pay it. Learn how consumers are being caught in a loop of bogus processing charges and what you can do to avoid falling for this sneaky billing tactic.

The Voice Isn’t Real: How AI Scammers Are Fooling Families
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Voice Isn’t Real: How AI Scammers Are Fooling Families

Scammers are using AI to clone the voices of loved ones, tricking people into sending money. Learn how to spot the signs and protect your family from this alarming new fraud.

The Fee Trap: When ‘Great Deals’ Come with Hidden Costs
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Fee Trap: When ‘Great Deals’ Come with Hidden Costs

A Georgia couple exposed hidden dealership fees on a used car—then used state law to fight back. Learn how to protect yourself from deceptive car pricing.

The Kindness Con: How Fake Charities Exploit Good People
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Kindness Con: How Fake Charities Exploit Good People

Fake charities are targeting kind-hearted people with emotional scams. Learn how to spot the signs, verify organizations, and give safely using trusted tools like Charity Navigator and BBB’s Wise Giving Alliance.