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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.

The Review You Didn’t Write: How Some Companies Rewrite Customer Feedback
Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Review You Didn’t Write: How Some Companies Rewrite Customer Feedback

Not all online reviews tell the full story. Some companies edit out complaints to protect their image. Learn how to spot real reviews — and why third-party platforms offer the most honest feedback.

The Crypto Trap: How One Hack Turned a Cell Phone Into a Thief’s Goldmine
Safety & Security Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

The Crypto Trap: How One Hack Turned a Cell Phone Into a Thief’s Goldmine

SIM jacking is on the rise, and crypto users are prime targets. Learn how hackers can steal your phone number — and your money — plus simple steps to protect yourself before it happens.

Free Mulch or Massive Mess? What You Need to Know About ChipDrop
Exterior & Landscaping Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Free Mulch or Massive Mess? What You Need to Know About ChipDrop

Thinking about using ChipDrop for free mulch delivery? Here's what Atlanta homeowners need to know before signing up — including the big catch that could leave your driveway buried in wood chips.

Free Trial Trap: What to Do When an App Charges You Without Warning
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Free Trial Trap: What to Do When an App Charges You Without Warning

A $100 surprise after a free trial? Learn how to get a refund, protect yourself from future charges, and fight back when apps auto-bill without warning.

This Could Happen To You: Tax Season Social Security Scam
Scam Prevention

Laura Lovejoy

This Could Happen To You: Tax Season Social Security Scam

Scammers target taxpayers by stealing Social Security numbers to file fraudulent tax returns and claim refunds. Protect yourself by enabling 2FA, filing early, and monitoring your IRS account. Report identity theft at IdentityTheft.gov.

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