However, a scam that uses the codes at parking meters is making people become more vigilant before they pay. “Think twice before scanning QR codes in public,” a TikTok user said in a post.

Around 2.7 million houses have solar panels nationwide, but as solar has become more popular, so has the prevalence of solar panel scams and illegitimate companies. To avoid being scammed and ...

Call it a diabolical new twist on an old scam: ATM fraudsters are turning to bitcoin. Data the Federal Trade Commission provided to NBC News show the amount of money consumers have reported losing ...

If you want to donate, how can you know that you’re donating to the real deal and not to a political scam? Never click on any link sent to you (via email, text, or social media). If you’re ...

This makes picking the right mortgage lender even more important. It's also vital to recognize a mortgage scam to avoid becoming a victim. Choosing the right mortgage lender and learning how to ...

Phishing is a type of online scam that tries to get victims to give away personal information to bad actors. Smishing is a type of attack that uses fake text messages to trick people into ...

Not long ago, Monica Cotelingham found herself stuffing cash into a Bitcoin machine at a gas station in suburban Maryland and weeping. Earlier that day, she had received a call from a phone number ...

Protect yourself by learning how to identify and avoid some of the most prevalent Medicare open enrollment-related scams. Beware of anyone who shows up at your home offering you free services or ...

Scammers often rely on fear to steal your hard-earned money. No matter the scam, whether it's a Microsoft call scam or government impersonation, they all attempt to scare you by claiming that ...

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Unfortunately, moving scams are more common than you might think, and they can turn your exciting relocation into a nightmare. Understanding the risks and taking precautions can protect yourself ...

David Sweeney is lukewarm about the federal government's proposed scam crackdown, which promises to introduce hefty fines and new obligations on banks, telcos and social media platforms.