Better Beware!

Checking out at a big store, especially when it’s crowded and you’re in a hurry, requires your full attention – but here’s one well-known danger you don’t have to worry about.

Super-typhoon Haiyan has devastated the Philippines, and once again, thieves are trying to steal disaster-relief donations. Here’s how to make sure help actually goes to the people who need it so badly.

There’s been a lot of confusion as the Affordable Care Act kicks in, and a WHOLE lot of scams. Here’s what you need to know, and here’s how to spot the fraudsters.

Ethnic minorities are far more likely to be victimized by scams and swindles; the numbers will surprise you. But there is help, and here’s what you can do about it.

The 75th Anniversary of Orson Welles’ “War Of The Worlds” broadcast is a good time to remember that there are lots of Halloween stories which aren’t true…but there are some dangers you should watch out for.

A phone call demanding payment for taxes because there’s a Tax Warrant out on you — does NOT come from the government, it comes from a crook. Here’s the truth.

High-pressure sales pitches for insurance to cover what Medicare doesn’t are crossing the line into scam territory. Older people are increasingly being targeted, especially with the new Health Care Act coming into force.

These days, telephone calls from a number you don’t recognize are — more likely than not — scams. Here’s word on a couple that are going around now, and some good reasons why you should NOT answer your phone every time it rings.

Knock, knock. Who’s there? Impostor. Imposter who? Just because there’s a man in a uniform standing in front of you, doesn’t always mean they are who they say they are. Be aware.