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Do you consider your social media accounts to be a safe haven away from your daily stressors? Listen now to find out why debt collectors may start sending friend requests.
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Identity theft is scary for good reason: It’s hard to prove, tough to spot and can be devastating. And in many cases, you don’t realize anything is wrong until the damage has been done.
Watching out for warning signs you may be being targeted will bring you some peace of mind.
There’s no really such thing as privacy when it comes to mainstream social media. Every platform has its own policies (and flaws) — but you’re exposed to various degrees no matter which one you use. The only way to truly protect your privacy is to avoid social media altogether.
With the holiday season upon us, many people in need are turning to charity for assistance with food, bills and other living expenses.
Do you give charitable donations during the holidays? Retailers like Amazon are making it easy to donate safely without the risk of getting scammed. Tap or click here to see how to donate to charity through Amazon.
Scammers often spoof retailers or tech companies like Amazon and Microsoft to trick you out of your money. But now and again, cybercriminals pretend to be government officials or agencies. Tap or click here for another phony IRS email that is making the rounds.
Holiday shopping is in full swing, and you might be drawing a blank for certain people on your list. It’s tough to find the perfect present, especially if they already have most things they want or need. Tap or click to browse our shopping guides to find the best present for anyone on your list.
The one place you should always feel safe is your home. Securing your doors is not enough, however. What about your windows, cabinets, closets and safes? Security can extend beyond burglaries to natural disasters.
A comprehensive security system can cover all the bases, but what exactly do you need for your home? Tap or click here for a solution that’s affordable and easy to set up.
Facebook is the largest social media site in the world, with billions of monthly users. It’s also been subject to network outages, data breaches and shady privacy practices. More recently, Facebook has come under fire for putting growth above online safety and allowing misinformation to propagate on the platform.
Ever have that feeling someone knows a little too much? It happens you get an ad for something you mentioned in passing to a friend. “How,” you might wonder, “did Google know I wanted to take a trip to Montana?”
Electric vehicles are gaining popularity, with most major manufacturers adding EVs and/or hybrids to their lineup. As battery technology improves, we get better mileage and faster charges.
Many EV advocates say that an electric vehicle is cheaper to run compared to an internal combustion-powered car. While it may seem cheaper to plugin rather than fuel up, you must consider other factors such as the time it takes to find a charger and recharge a battery, EV tax and more. So is it cheaper to keep your EV running? Tap or click here to find out.
Hello friends,
Last year, our family had Thanksgiving over a Zoom call as the virus was taking hold. It was different, yes, but the bonds that bind a family are not easily broken. I have to tell you something very personal.
