scams

Look out for scams like this in your email box.

We've been hearing a lot about fake news lately but what about fake friends?

I've been getting a lot of phone calls lately from my old area address 815 (Illinois) even though I haven't lived there in nearly 10 years. I rarely answer them, but on the occasions I do, there's either (a) silence on the other end or (b) an automated message regarding something irrelevant to me.

I never cease to be amazed at the craftiness of scammers or the extents they'll go to to rob us of our money or personal details. Recently, two friends have shared on social media about scam attempts.

With thousands of new scams every year, the Better Business Bureau has put out a 10 step list to help you protect yourself and your family.

Scams can be even MORE prevalent in the summer months.

I get that elderly folks are more vulnerable to scams, when it comes to the internet, computers and smart phones and that's why this video is GREAT!

Thanks for the heads up Mark Rober! Everyone needs to invest 3.5 minutes watching this video. This is scary, and I hope this helps prevent you from being the next victim.

Have you noticed there are ads everywhere trying to get you to buy the latest thing from this website or that online only store? Before you hand over your credit card information or click that shiny "BUY" button, here are five questions you should ask yourself...