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FTC Warning: ‘Verified’ Calls Are Still Being Spoofed—Why Millions Are Answering Anyway

If you’ve ever answered a call because it looked “verified” or familiar, you’re not alone—and that’s exactly what scammers are counting on. Many Americans assume...

Saving Advice · Apr 8

US senators rebuke Ticketmaster for raising fees after hidden charge crackdown: ‘Bait and switch’

Richard Blumenthal says Ticketmaster acts like it has ‘get-out-of-jail-free card’ as records show company upping fees to avoid losses

The Guardian - US · Apr 3

'I Did My Due Diligence': Woman Inherits Her Brother’s Mustang. Then She Tries To Buy Parts For It

A TikTok creator says she was scammed while trying to buy body parts for a Ford Mustang she inherited from her late brother. According to her, she checked the seller’s address, read Google reviews, and even received a working tracking link, but days after placing her order, she got an…

Motor1 · Apr 3

A Lawsuit Settlement Highlights Trump's Hypocrisy on Government Meddling With Social Media

Despite its rejection of the Biden administration's interference, the Trump administration is still asserting authority over online speech.

Reason · Mar 25

'Fake MAGA Fan' Boasts Of Scamming Devoted Trump Supporters Out Of $30,000 In Brazen TikTok Scheme

A TikToker claims to have scammed Trump supporters out of £23,700 through a fake MAGA persona, sparking outrage and raising concerns about online political scams.

International Business Times UK · Mar 18

Taxpayers warned over ‘deluge’ of tax return thefts - the warning sign that you’ve been targeted

If someone has already used your social security number to file a tax return before you, it's important to let the IRS know

The Independent UK · Mar 16

Can You Afford Retirement in Greece? 3 Tax Benefits Make It Possible

Affordable luxury in the Mediterranean may be closer than you think. Here's how.

Kiplinger · Mar 14

FTC Orders Invitation Homes to Refund $47 Million to Misled Renters

The Federal Trade Commission ordered Invitation Homes to refund $47.2 million to renters after allegations of hidden fees and misleading leasing costs.

International Business Times · Mar 12

3 Stocks Sending a Strong Signal With Massive Buybacks

See which three industry leaders expanded buybacks, how large each authorization is versus market cap, and what risks and analyst targets may mean next.

MarketBeat · Mar 9

10 Questions to Ask Before Co-Signing Anything for Family

When someone you love asks you to co‑sign, it can be stressful. You want to help, but you also know that co‑signing for family is...

Saving Advice · Mar 7