Not another new scheme to be Leary of! Scammers use a novel technique to gain access to computer data in a three-step process. First, they convince a computer user that they have a virus. Then they convince you that they can fix it. Once the user provides the scammer access to their computer to ... » Learn More about The next new scheme: The ‘You have a virus’ pop-up box
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Checks to safeguard your home this Spring
The spring season can bring about dangers to a home from strong gusts of wind, rains, and fluctuating temperatures. Be sure to complete these quick and simple checks to safeguard your home this season. Checks to safeguard your home this Spring 1. Check outside faucets and exteriors ... » Learn More about Checks to safeguard your home this Spring
Title companies would prefer federal assistance to tackle wire fraud
The American Land Title Association (ALTA) sent a letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and requested that it issue an alert warning consumers about wire fraud schemes that try to steal funds for real estate closings. Title companies would prefer federal assistance ... » Learn More about Title companies would prefer federal assistance to tackle wire fraud
Under no circumstances use the word ‘yes’ anytime robocall rings
In the event you still have a landline phone, make sure you aren't snared in the latest robocall scam. Anyone who still has a traditional home phone dreads the hated robocall. As part of the latest scam, the caller, instead of mentioning who they really are, instead asks, "Can you hear me?" That ... » Learn More about Under no circumstances use the word ‘yes’ anytime robocall rings
Budget plan may possibly have an effect on flood insurance
The White House's 2018 budget proposal requires a $190 million cut in funding for updating U.S. maps of flood-prone area. In place of the maps, the proposed budget wishes to "explore various other effective and fair methods of funding flood mapping efforts." Budget plan may possibly ... » Learn More about Budget plan may possibly have an effect on flood insurance
