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Cybercrimes are increasing massively each year. In fact, according to Cybercrime Magazine, cybercrime will cost the world $10.5 trillion annually by 2025.   The best way to protect yourself from falling prey to cybercrimes is by being aware of common tactics and...

Q: My house has boomed in value. How can I take advantage of that increased equity? A: The flaming real estate market means homes are rising in value at a meteoric rate. We’ve outlined several financial moves you may want to consider as a result.   1. Sell The...

Q: What is the dark web? A: The dark web is the deepest layer of the internet that isn’t visible to the average browser. Unfortunately, the dark web is full of illegal activities and crimes. Let’s take a closer look at the dark web and how you can protect your...

Whether you’re a college student prepping for the fall semester, a high school student getting ready for a new school year, or the parent of a student of any age, beware of these back-to-school scams!   The student tax scam In this scam, a crook posing as the IRS...

It’s back-to-school season, but that doesn’t mean you need to break your budget. Here’s five back-to-school shopping hacks to get you started.   1. Take inventory Don’t set foot in a single store without first checking to see what you have at home. Keep a running...

Using a compromised ATM can mean risking identity theft and/or having cash stolen. With this simple machine, all it takes is a few short minutes for a victim’s life to meet disaster. Here are tips to help you keep your ATM transactions secure.   1. Keep your PIN...

With gas prices still rising nationwide, the pain at the pump is real. There isn’t much you can do about the price of gasoline, but there are ways you can pay less at the pump. Here are six ways to save on gas.   1. Use cash Many gas stations offer a discount for...