Scammers are getting sneakier, so we have to be smarter. Here’s how.

Freedom Debt Relief reports tax debt relief phone call scams are prevalent, but legitimate options like the IRS offer in ...

Scammers are good at what they do, and by many accounts, they’re only getting better. According to the FBI, Americans lost $16 billion to internet crimes in 2024, with the biggest losses reported by ...

One in three job recruiters has been impersonated by scammers, according to a new LinkedIn survey. Here's what to look out for and how to stay safe in your search.

Scammers cast a wide net, hoping their potential victims won't notice. Even if the scam seems minor to you, it's important to report it. Immediately calling the financial companies you’re associated ...

Whenever I cite statistics on the number of victims of scams and the dollar losses, I always note that the actual numbers are much higher because most scams are never reported. There are a variety of ...

Scoring a great deal this holiday season is exciting. Unfortunately, con artists are using that same feeling of excitement to lure shoppers into scams. This con uses text messages and fake customer ...

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With 23% of America’s 52 billion robocalls categorized as scams, I feel like I’m gambling every time I decide to answer a call from an unknown number. And if it’s not you being taken for a “sucker,” ...

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You open your inbox and see a subject line from Apple. It says an app-specific password was generated for your account. Then your stomach drops. The email claims you ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...