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Avoid Income Tax Scams
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Do you remember the old saying, “If it sounds too good to be true it probably is?” When you approach the April 15 deadline to file income taxes, beware of schemes and promises to reduce your taxes or get you a huge refund. According to the Federal ...
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Be A Smart Surfer: Your guide to staying safe on the internet
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For years, the Internet has been rapidly increasing in popularity. Online companies have flourished, email is a common method of communication, and the amount of information available seems almost infinite. Unfortunately, this modern marvel also pose...
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How to Spot a Predatory Lender
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For many, the American dream of homeownership can quickly turn into a nightmare because of unscrupulous lenders. Bankruptcies and foreclosures are skyrocketing and many are a result of predatory lenders. Recent studies by Harvard and the University o...
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Identity Theft - Beware! Be Alert! Be Smart!
(Financial Quick Tips/Avoiding Fraud, Theft and Scams)

Each year, millions of Americans fall victim to identity theft, fraud, and other scams. These financial crimes are on the rise. According to the Federal Trade Commission:
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Know About Consumer Fraud
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Nearly 25 million adults were reported as victims of fraud in the United States according to a government study released in 2004. This amounts to more than one in ten adult Americans being scammed during that year. Clearly consumer fraud is a very se...
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Medical Identity Theft
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The Federal Trade Commission issued a report detailing the prevalence of medical identity theft:
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Preventing Theft of Funds in Organizations
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They can come in all shapes and sizes . . . they are your neighbors, your trusted friends, perhaps even the leaders in your community organizations. One thing is certain; embezzlement is the most common financial crime in the nation and a predominant...
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