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Beware of the email or text scam that says “check your order”, “your order status”, “your order cannot be shipped” or something similar, from businesses you are likely to shop, including Walmart, Costco, Amazon, Target Walgreens, FedEx and NetFlix. Since more of us are ordering more online these days, it is more important than ever to be vigilant about responding to online orders, which could be a scam.
Listen up if you are a recent user of the online payment app Cash App – you could be getting money back because of a massive security breach that may have compromised your data, and any financial losses you suffered. Cash App has just reached a proposed a $15 million dollar settlement in a lawsuit
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Scam Alert – Direct payment apps like Paypal, Venmo and Zelle are being used increasingly by scammers to steal your money, your identity, or both, including taking advantage of online shopping by impersonating banks and other well-known companies. You won’t be able to get your money back, so here’s what to watch out for to
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Scam Alert – Don’t take fraudsters with you on your next trip. Here ‘s how to avoid travel scams and keep your travel plans safe by avoiding trip-related rip-offs before, during and after your weekend getaway or family reunion. Travel scams include phony travel agents selling non-existent tickets, phony airline customer service sites, and phony
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