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What is Unclaimed Money & How Do I Find It?

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The thrill of pulling out a jacket from last season, putting your hand in one of the pockets, and unearthing a $10 bill is unmistakable. Some people–including yours truly–even get excited when they notice loose change on the sidewalk. What if there were hundreds of dollars waiting for you somewhere? If you’re part of the […]

What is Elder Fraud and How Do We Prevent It?

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Elder fraud is a large and growing problem, costing many seniors the savings they worked hard for in their younger years. Reports indicate older Americans lose anywhere between $2.9 to $36.5 billion each year. According to the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, individual victims of elder financial fraud lose an average of $34,200. In 7% […]

What Should I Do About Fraudulent Credit Card Activity?

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While you’re working hard to find great deals and optimize your holiday shopping, criminals are working hard to steal and use your credit card information. If you haven’t experienced an unauthorized charge on a credit card yet, you probably know someone who’s been a victim of fraudulent credit card activity. Thieves don’t wait for the […]

Are Gift Cards or Cash the Better Gift?

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You want to give the perfect gift. But you also don’t want to buy the wrong size or give a duplicate item. We’ve all been there, and it seems most of us have discovered a fix. But are gift cards or cash a better option? In recent years, gift cards have seen a boom in […]

Something to Sell? Try Using Facebook Marketplace

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Whether you are decluttering, trying to make some extra cash, or re-selling items as a side hustle, finding places to sell things quickly and safely is the key to making money fast. Rather than having garage or yard sales, many people have turned to online selling platforms. You may have already tried Craigslist, eBay, Amazon, […]

How Do I Avoid Work-From-Home Job Scams?

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You’ve probably seen those signs by the edge of the road – Work-from-Home, Flexible Hours, $25/hour, Call Today! Or maybe you’ve searched online and found a job “hiring today” and claiming you’ll make up to $10,000 per month working from home on your own time! But are these legitimate work-from-home jobs or scams? A high-paying […]