How to Get Ripped Off when You Shop!
If you are interested in scams, then you'll love the little experiment that Target Stores recently pulled on customers. I say "experiment" since Target—when it was caught—denied that it meant to make...
View ArticleMoney-Saving Helpers!
A.K.A.: Sites that help you, and don't hype you.Have you ever bought a lemon vehicle, had your ID stolen, or found it difficult to pay your bills? And then did you get in deeper trouble when you tried...
View ArticleFinancial Products You Should Avoid!
Recently, I was asked to weigh in as an expert on "what financial products consumers should avoid", as part of an article on the WalletHacks website.
View ArticleAre You in Money Trouble? Ready for the Vultures?
A guarantee: If you have money troubles and it becomes known, you are a bigger target for scammers.You might receive a check in the mail offering "free" money to help you out! Sounds like good...
View ArticleNew Cell Phone Scam: SIM Swapping, a.k.a. Porting!
Scammers have found a new, sneaky way to use your personal details to steal your identity and your money. It’s called "SIM swapping", or perhaps better known as "porting."
View ArticleCan't Buy Me Happiness?!
Socialists call for a "society characterized by equal access to resources for all individuals". Multinationals are advertising more goods. Banks are selling debts. The Beatles sang "Can't buy me love".
View ArticleMaximizing Rebate Cards and Gift Cards
Gift cards are very popular presents. They are a convenient and great way to ensure the recipient gets exactly what they want! Gift cards are also a popular tool for companies to provide rebates to...
View ArticleCan You Flourish in a Gig Economy?
I'm sure you've heard of the term "gig economy", but do you know what it is? Or—perhaps more importantly—how it may impact you and your (future) career?
View ArticleHacked on Social Media?
Are you unknowingly bombarding friends with random tweets with dark links? Sharing pictures and clickbait links on Instagram without your knowledge? Is your Facebook spontaneously liking pages?
View ArticleThe Lowdown on Super Market-ing
The average American goes grocery shopping between 2-4 per week—is that true for you, too? When you shop, you come home with more products than anticipated, right? I'm even willing to bet that is...
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