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How to Make a Vacation Budget You Can Keep

Summer is here, and it’s time for your getaway! While it’s great to get away for some fun in the sun, sticking to a budget is a must, even when on vacation. This year, attack your vacation with a financial plan you can actually keep by following these tips:

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How do I Prepare My Teen for Their First Job?

Your baby is growing up too fast and wants to look for their first job! No worries; you can still teach them a thing or two. Use this guide to help prepare your teen for their first job.

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Phishy Social Media Quizzes

Quiz Time! If you have ever used social media, you have probably seen a “quiz” like the one below. The answers to these simple questions could give cybercriminals the data they need to gain access to your sensitive information.

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Beware of Property Rental Scams

Property rental scams can lead to high financial loss and emotional distress for victims. Here’s what you need to know about these schemes and how to protect yourself.
 

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Device Code Hijacking

Cybercriminals have come up with a new way to scam you by using device codes, which are numeric codes that allow you to log into the same account using multiple devices. You may have used these codes in the past.

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It's No Secret That This Cash Grab Is a Scam

In this week’s scam, someone calls you claiming to be a representative of a big retailer, such as Amazon. They warn you that criminals have taken over your account and are using it for illegal activities.

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6 Ways to Spring-Clean Your Savings

Time to get started on some spring cleaning! Remember to include your finances as part of your decluttering and tidying up. Well-organized money management can help you reach your saving goals. Here are six ways to spring clean your savings and make sure your financial goals are on track.

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This Refund Costs Money

In this week’s scam, you receive an email that appears to be from Microsoft. The email says that you have purchased a subscription to one of Microsoft’s products.

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Gen Z and Scams: What You Didn’t Know About the Young and Fraud

Quick question: if a scammer was trying to pull off a con on two groups of people, one aged 13-21, and one aged 55+, which group is more prone to loss?

If you’d guess the aged 55+ group, you might want to reconsider.

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Hello... Is It Scams You're Looking For?

In this week’s scam, you receive a text message from an unknown phone number that reads “Hello.” The message seems harmless, and you might think it’s a genuine text meant for someone else.

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