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  • eBay Users: What You Need to Know About Phishing Scams  By : Uchenna Ani-Okoye
    Are you an eBay user? Whether you are currently using eBay to do your online shopping, or if you use it to generate extra income for yourself, as a seller, there is something that you need to be aware of.
  • eBay Scams - Steps to Take if You Have Been Defrauded  By : Uchenna Ani-Okoye
    eBay is a relatively safe marketplace. Unfortunately, like most online marketplaces, it is vulnerable to scams.
  • The Information for Buyers who don't Like to be Scammed  By : Mathew Petrenko
    The composition is consecrated to the problems of deceiving the costumers that is sharply appeared in diverse spheres of commerce today. A lot of persons, especially traders, became really greedy. They do their job only for easy money and they don’t want to think about consequences of their actions. You will find less and less businessmen and vendors who will offer you to give the money back when you present to him bad quality of goods.
  • Taking A Stand Against Refund Scam  By : TheWicker
    Many of us may think that returning goods from a store is not illegal, but apparently if one returns goods one too many times then it may be considered a crime. This crime has been known as refund scam, refund theft or refund fraud. One may consider it as related to shoplifting.
  • The Best Identity Theft Protection  By : Greg Shuey
    Identity theft protection is something that needs to be pursued every day. Some of the best identity theft protection can, and should be done on a daily basis.
  • Is Welfare Fraud Really A Problem?  By : TheWicker
    The welfare system in the United States, as well as many other developed nations around the world, is in place to help those who are unable to work, or experiencing financial hardships for reasons beyond their control. Welfare has always been an extremely controversial issue, and one of the biggest arguments that opponents of the welfare system make is that the system is too easy for people to take advantage of. No matter what your opinion on the welfare system in general is, it's easy to see why these complaints are being made.
  • When's the Next Phone Scam?  By : TheWicker
    Telephone fraud is one of widely known forms of fraud in the world. In this article we're going to take a look at some of the more prominent scams, warning signs, and how to avoid becoming a victim yourself.
  • Avoiding Online Business Fraud  By : Obinna Heche
    When you are looking for a way to make money online, you should make sure you have your fraud detectors on full alert when you read through any proposals being presented. In most instances, it should be pretty easy to figure out if someone is trying to rip you off.
  • Identity Theft Protection Services - Assistance Is Waiting For You  By : Greg Shuey
    Identity theft protection services are a way to assist you in protecting your identity. Don't become a victim of identity theft, take action today.
  • Charity Scams - Fake Charities  By : TheWicker
    Most of us have the gift of human compassion. Whether it is the victim of September 11th or the little orphan across the street we are glad to help out. Unfortunately, thieves know that and take advantage.
  • How to Avoid Scam Work at Home Opportunities  By : Steve Albright
    Learn simple steps for spotting work at home scam opportunities.
  • How to avoid the probability of being scammed more efficaciously  By : Mathew Petrenko
    Living in the century of newest systems the humankind can’t even think about the existence without computers. We are used to utilize the global network in many various spheres of our lives and when we have no access to it, it causes much uneasiness. People from all over the world have a nice chance to communicate by means of the Internet. That is possible even to search out the true love simply visiting the dating sites or other online services.
  • Canadian Sweepstakes Scam Revealed!  By : David Kowalczyk
    How online fraudsters cheat simple folks of their money by presenting lottery prizes as bait.
  • How Identity Theft Can Affect You  By : Greg Shuey
    Identity theft seems to be growing at a rapid pace across the country. You need to know how to protect yourself so that you don't fall victim to an identity thief.
  • You And Identity Theft  By : Ryan Smith
    Understanding the basics of identity theft can mean the difference between keeping your information safe and financial disaster. Are you safe?
  • What to do if You Receive Counterfeit Money in a Different Country  By : Amy Nutt
    It is definitely not out of the question that when money changes hands in a foreign country, especially with tourists, that a counterfeit bill may be involved.
  • ID Theft - Taking Care Of Your Driver's License  By : Ryan Smith
    Do you know how much damage can be done with a stolen driver's license? Do you know when to report its theft?
  • The Nightmare Of Medical Identity Theft  By : Ryan Smith
    Medical identity thievery is considered the worst of types identity fraud. It can lead to some of the most far reaching and devastating ramifications. For the victim, these ramifications can be life threatening.
  • Identity Theft Protection - Because You Never Know When You Are At Risk  By : Greg Shuey
    Identity theft protection is something that shouldn't be taken lightly. You must take the following steps and implement them into your life so you are safe and protected.
  • Fake Money From Bank Machines?  By : Amy Nutt
    Many incidents have been reported of people unknowingly getting fake money from Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) and bank tellers.
  • Using Ink Cartridges For Money Laundering  By : Catherine Harvey
    A look at a police investigation into money laundering.
  • Internet Fraud: The Dangers You, as a New, Unsuspecting User, are Exposed to Online!  By : David Kowalczyk
    Is the Internet really safe for new users, like you? Are there dangers lurking that you need to be aware of? What can you do to ensure a safe and enjoyable online experience?
  • Identity Theft Checklist: Things You Must Do To Protect Yourself  By : Yo Fujikawa
    Identity theft is a real problem all over the world and creates real and serious problems for every victim. The best defense you have is to protect yourself right from the start. By doing this you can dramatically decrease the risk of becoming an identity theft victim.
  • Identity Theft: Ways To Protect Yourself  By : Yo Fujikawa
    The actual number of people that become victims of identity theft has climbed dramatically. This is because thieves are find newer and more advanced ways to get your personal information. For example, you may have made a purchase online and now you have found that there are other purchases from the same company that you did not make on your credit card bill.
  • Identity Theft Protection: What Are Your Options?  By : Yo Fujikawa
    Credit cards, checks, chatting over the phone are all now prone to stealing your identity. So even when you talk to your friends, never reveal any account number, credit card number or detail. The best way to protect your identify, your credit cards, and other such vulnerable articles is to keep it to yourself.
  • Identity Theft: Common Ways To Get Your Identity Stolen  By : Yo Fujikawa
    Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in current times. People wanting to steal your identity can get your personal information just by doing a simple search on the Internet. Once the thief has obtained this information, he can use it for personal gain and completely ruin your reputation and credit rating.
  • Identity Theft: What You Need To Know  By : Yo Fujikawa
    More and more people are becoming victims of identity theft every day because they do not have the knowledge of what it is and how it happens. People who have been the victims of identity theft can have their credit ruined and in the long run have problems purchasing a home or care or getting any type of credit period.
  • Identity Theft Targeting College Students  By : Yo Fujikawa
    Identity theft is becoming one of the most prevalent crimes in recent years. College students seem to underestimate the possibilities of fallen victims to this white-collar crime and need to be aware that you can fall victim to identity theft even if you do not have much money.
  • Monitoring Your Credit to Protect Your Identity  By : Yo Fujikawa
    Credit cards, checks, chatting over the phone are all now prone to stealing your identity. So even when you talk to your friends, never reveal any account number, credit card number or detail. The best way to protect your identify, your credit cards, and other such vulnerable articles is to keep it to yourself.
  • Popular Identity Theft Scams  By : Yo Fujikawa
    As identity theft becomes an ever-increasing crime, scammers find newer ways to steal your identity. More than ever before, it's important that you protect yourself. Here are some of the most prevalent scams today, and what you can do about them.
  • Identity Theft-Protecting your Children's Identity  By : Yo Fujikawa
    The world is no longer a safe place when it comes to protecting your identity. Today, even children are not spared in terms of identity theft. In fact, children have become as vulnerable as adults. It therefore becomes the parent's responsibility to see that cases of child identity theft do not happen with their own children.
  • The Dirty Little White Hat Internet Scam  By : Ken Fry
    Internet scams are not limited to e-mails. Unethical businesses are profiting from the false assurance of testimonials and reviews.
  • Steering Clear From Supply Scams  By :
    In tune with inflation and the emergence of new technologies, there is not only a rise of vendors and suppliers offering almost every little thing that a person may need or want but you can also see a parallel growth of scams and swindles that two out of ten consumers experience every day.
  • Cellulite Reduction Lotions Are Junk  By : Brue Baker
    If you have severe cellulite problems and can't get rid of it no matter what cream or method you try then you might wonder, "what is the next step?"
  • The Online Bussiness Scam  By : Obinna Heche
    This may come as a shock to some people but not every online business opportunity is going to be legitimate. There was a lot of fraud going on in the world before the internet was ever heard of and the ability to take money from trusting souls all over the world, has spawned a whole new batch of fraudulent enterprises.
  • Be Careful of Ringtone Downloads  By : John Mcfadden
    Getting some cool ringtone downloads is probably one of the first things that most people do as soon as they take their new cell phone out of the box.
  • How Spending Five Bucks Can Save you Losing 100 Bucks!  By : Amy Nutt
    Becoming more familiar with currency, especially the new U.S. paper currency, can save a lot of financial loss and heartache. And there are some handy, inexpensive items on the market to help determine both fake and genuine bills.
  • How To Avoid Home Business Scams  By : Obinna Heche
    With more people looking for work online, some offering work opportunities at home are blurring the line between pyramid or Ponzi schemes and functional multilevel marketing programs.
  • Tips To Avoid Paid Survey Scams  By : Dean Caporella
    New people are coming online everyday looking for ways to bolster their bottom line and surveys are a tempting way to make money.
  • Identity Theft Report  By : Saleem Rana
    Identity theft is a huge criminal enterprise. Learn these tips to stay safe.
  • Scams Against Senior Citizens Become Mainstream -- Here's How to Protect Yourself or Your Loved Ones  By : Steve Kroening
    Make sure you or someone you love doesn't get talked into making one of these unsuitable investments.
  • Safety While Shopping Online  By :
    With the commercialization and growth of the internet, online shopping has become the new convenient way to shop from the safety of our homes.
  • Avoid Falling Prey To Mold Scams  By : Jim Corkern
    Knowing what the scams are and how they are done can save you many headachs
  • Preventing Identity Fraud  By : Christopher Anderson
    There are many ways thieves are trying to still other peoples' identity. It is good to know what to do to prevent it and what to do in case it happens.
  • Avoiding Home Based Business Scams  By : Obinna Heche
    Likely you have seen many advertisements for home business scams that seem too good to be true. Each year people fall for these scams and millions of dollars are lost.
  • Betrayed By Love Part Two  By : Linda Dipman
    This is the reason that it hurts so much when you are betrayed by love. It was as if the pearl that was so valuable fell out of it's setting and was lost to you forever. But it was worse than that for me, because I was not lost.
  • Betrayed By Love  By : Linda Dipman
    In the game of life one of the biggest players is our emotions. Feelings can make a person become jealous and words of love can make a soul willing to give anything in order to have that love.
  • Premium Rate Scams - Beware Of Missed Calls  By : Peter Finch
    This article outlines the more common methods of Premium Rate Scams. We have tried to elaborate the commonly used techniques used by scamsters and make people aware. The first example of a scam is related to missed calls on your mobile phones.
  • I.R.S. Email Scams - 6 Tips to Protect Yourself  By : Neil Lemons
    An alert issued by the I.R.S. back in November warned consumers of an email that claimed it was from the I.R.S., but is really a scam. Get six tips to protect yourself from what could possibly cost you your identity and a lot of money.
  • Maid Gets Made  By : Johnny Jenkins
    The guilty were charged with industrial espionage and arrested by the police.
  • Where The 'Bleep' Did My Identity Go?  By : Judi Lynn Lake
    Don't think that identity theft can not happen to you, expect that it will so that it won't -- stay informed and stay educated so you do not become a statistic.
  • Exposed! How To Recognize And Avoid Con Artists On-line and Off  By : Bill Wallmuller
    Charity fraud can do and does do a lot of harm. The con artist takes advantage of the generosity of people and their good intentions by taking their cash; money thwarted that was meant for people in need. You can make sure that any money you give gets into the right hands. Just remember these tips when somebody asks you for a donation.
  • Online Poker games for safety NOT fun  By : Randy Hutchings
    Online poker and free online poker has been one of the Internet's hottest games since 2001. With the popularity of online poker certain concerns and security measure has surface and if you are a serious online poker player make sure you understand what makes up a secure poker site.
  • Some Tips For Preventing Identity Theft  By : Gregg Hall
    These days it is becoming increasingly common to see people suffering from identity theft. It has become a huge business for thieves and con artists all over the world.
  • Job Search Alert: Have You Been Googled?  By : Paul Megan
    Employers may be using Google to get information about you without your knowing about it.
  • Identity Theft: Oh No. Not Them  By : Daryl Campbell
    One of the things that makes identity theft such an epidemic is not just the many ways an identity can be stolen but WHO is doing the stealing.
  • How To Spot A Home Business Scam  By : Obinna Heche
    There are so many home business opportunities being thrown around that it may seem like there should be no unemployed people in the world.
  • Avoiding Work At Home Scams  By : Obinna Heche
    There are more scams on the internet than real opportunities of working at home is the number one dream of any parent and there are those who have succeeded in finding an opportunity for gainful employment from the comfort of their own home.
  • Work At Home Moms Beware  By : Obinna Heche
    Scams are on the rise. The notion of being able to support yourself financially is not new. The rising rates of telecommuters and the self employed show that more and more individuals
  • Credit and Debit Card Safety  By : Chris Marshall
    Credit and debit cards offer great convenience in eliminating the need to carry large amounts of cash, and allowing us to purchase items through postal order and over the phone and internet. However, these advantages also apply to fraudsters who are keen to use your card and details in order to make fraudulent purchases and transactions.
  • The Perfect Christmas Gift. For Identity Thieves  By : Daryl Campbell
    We depend on it everyday especially during this time of year. Since it is such a normal part of life it is easy to take it for granted. Not identity thieves.
  • Avoid Bad Cosmetic Surgery - Don't Get Scammed  By : Eddie Lamb
    If you are not happy with the way you look, then you should know that there are options available to you that can help you with this, with the major one being cosmetic surgery. There are some things however, you should watch out for...
  • Abandoned Infant Scams Store Clerk In Robbery  By : Johnny Jenkins
    Out of nowhere 2 guys grabbed her and one placed a knife to her throat and demanded money.
  • Competitor Beats 2 With A Board  By : Johnny Jenkins
    Competitions can become violent. Many fans and competitors are injured every year because of a competition the went too far.
  • Having ATM Withdrawal Symptoms?  By : Johnny Jenkins
    They are among the most dangerous place to get that badly needed cash.
  • Online Sweepstakes - What You Need To Know  By : Derek Pliers
    Online sweepstakes, are they a scam or legitimate opportunities.

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