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First Time Home Buyer Scams

Watch Out for These First-time Homebuyer Scams Buying your first home is an exciting adventure. However, criminals can take all the joy out of that…
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5 Tips to Avoid Solar Scams

Solar panels are a great way to save money. According to the Solar Energy Industries Institute, the average U.S. homeowner could save between $800 to…
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Protecting Your Life Savings from Scams

While you might think it’s just seniors falling for savings scams, young adults are also targeted. In a recent study by Social Catfish, the number…
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Protecting Your Credit

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Your credit score and overall report are a big deal. Your score can impact your auto insurance rates, rental and loan applications, as well as…
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Avoiding Student Loan Scams

Student loans can be a daunting experience for many, whether it’s borrowing money for college or paying it back after graduation. Unfortunately, many criminals and…
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Hang Up on Debt Collection Scams

The phone rings and you pick up. The person on the other end claims that you owe them or the company they work for money.…
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Watch Out for Fraud

We’ve been made aware of a recent imposter scam where fraudsters spoof phone numbers from legitimate businesses like Clearwater, and call unsuspecting members requesting sensitive…
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Protect Yourself from Charitable-Giving Scams

It’s that time of year. Everywhere you go, charitable organizations will be seeking donations to help those in need. Those solicitations work. Last year, Americans…
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Scam-Proof Your Ho-Ho-Holidays   

Criminals love the holiday season. The distracting lights, shoppers, sales, and package deliveries are the perfect distraction for fraudsters to deck the halls with your…
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4 Financial Advisor Scams You Can Avoid

Criminals are always looking for ways to make a quick buck. In 2022, countless hard-working Americans were swindled out of nearly $4 billion by financial…
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Avoid These Energy Efficiency Scams

Big energy bills can catch anyone off guard. It’s no wonder families throughout Montana are interested in energy efficiency upgrades and ways to save money…
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6 Budget-Friendly Energy-Efficient Upgrades

There are plenty of good reasons to improve your home’s energy efficiency, including a boost to your monthly budget. With a few tips and some…
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Warn Your Kids About These Online Scams

It’s probably no surprise that kids love smartphones. Who doesn’t? But while 85% of American adults own a smartphone, a full 95% of our kids…
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Imposter Scams on the Rise

According to the Federal Trade Commission, imposter scams are the most reported type of scam in the United States. An imposter scam is when someone…
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Steer Clear of These 5 Car-Buying Scams

Car-buying scams have been around since the invention of the automobile. Today, with the option to buy online or from someone thousands of miles away,…
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Avoid These Common Mortgage Scams

Welcome to National Homeownership Month! While finding and financing the perfect home becomes a reality for millions of Americans every year, too many become victims…
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How to Avoid Home Improvement Scams

Five Home Improvement Scams You Can Avoid    The weather is warming up, and so is the home improvement season. Whatever remodeling project you may…
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Credit Scams and How to Avoid Them

Avoiding Credit Scams A strong credit profile is an essential part of your overall financial health. Paying your bills on time and using credit responsibly…
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Don’t Fall for Financial Scams

Learn how to protect your financial future during International Fraud Awareness Week. Financial fraud has surged in 2021 – proving that scammers are more motivated…
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