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How to Outwit Robocallers
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How to Outwit Robocallers

Jennifer Jolly | November 6, 2018

Robocallers are out of control, but here’s how you can defeat them

Here’s a Big Reason to Be More Wary About Money Lies

Here’s a Big Reason to Be More Wary About Money Lies

August 31, 2018

Lying about money is the American way, as evidenced by these survey findings.

Two New Finra Rules Protect Investors Against Fraud
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Two New Finra Rules Protect Investors Against Fraud

Gerri Walsh, JD | June 7, 2018

Two new rules are meant to help your broker identify and block fraud and scams that can drain your assets.

This New Scam Tricks Taxpayers with Refunds They Can’t Keep

This New Scam Tricks Taxpayers with Refunds They Can’t Keep

Steven J.J. Weisman, Esq. | March 8, 2018

Tax scams involving fraudulent tax refunds aren't new. But this devious new twist can outwit IRS safeguards.

The Surprising Science That Explains How Grandma Got Scammed.
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The Surprising Science That Explains How Grandma Got Scammed.

February 7, 2018

Not too far from our Bottom Line offices, a woman in her late 70s walked into a local bank branch.…

Scammers Steal Down Payments

Scammers Steal Down Payments

Steve Kenneally | January 8, 2018

Thieves impersonating real-estate title companies are scamming home buyers out of their entire down payments.

Latest Hacker Target: Cell-Phone Accounts

Latest Hacker Target: Cell-Phone Accounts

John Sileo | November 6, 2017

Hackers are hijacking smartphone numbers as a way to gain control of financial and social media accounts.

Your Legal Rights in a Massive Data Breach

Your Legal Rights in a Massive Data Breach

Steven J.J. Weisman, Esq. | October 20, 2017

Can you sue a company that exposes personal information in a massive data breach? Possibly, but don’t expect a windfall even if the suit is successful.

Beware of these Coin-Collecting Scams!

Beware of these Coin-Collecting Scams!

Scott A. Travers | October 17, 2017

In this video, Scott Travers, gold and rare coin expert and author, discusses coin-collecting scams and what to be aware of when purchasing from a dealer.

Read This Before You Freeze Your Credit
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Read This Before You Freeze Your Credit

Steven J.J. Weisman, Esq. | September 28, 2017

Don’t place security freezes on your credit reports until after you sign up for credit monitoring. Here’s why...

How to Recover from Credit Card ID Theft

How to Recover from Credit Card ID Theft

Adam Levin | September 14, 2017

If an ID thief has opened a credit card in your name, you will have to take quick steps to stop this fraud.

How to Keep Financial Information Safer on Your Phone

How to Keep Financial Information Safer on Your Phone

Eva Velasquez | June 15, 2017

More and more of your financial life happens right on your smartphone—and not just buying stuff on Amazon and elsewhere.…

Scammers are Stealing Frequent-Flier Mile Donations

Scammers are Stealing Frequent-Flier Mile Donations

George Hobica | June 7, 2017

Scammers are offering to help people donate unused frequent-flier miles or hotel rewards points to charity. The scammer's e-mail or…

Protect Dead Relatives from ID Theft

Protect Dead Relatives from ID Theft

Adam Levin | June 2, 2017

Don’t assume that the risk of having your identity stolen lasts only as long as you are alive. More than…

Meet the Expert: Adam Levin
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Meet the Expert: Adam Levin

Adam Levin | April 9, 2017

In this video, Bottom Line Inc President Sarah Hiner introduces cybersecurity expert Adam Levin. Mr. Levin, chairman and founder of…