School is out, and it’s time to start looking forward to your family’s summer travel plans. As you make your packing lists and research the sites and activities for your destinations, don’t forget to review digital safety rules. According to the Better Business Bureau, between Memorial Day and Labor Day is the busiest time for…
The foundation of all human relationships is trust. But our tendency to trust is exploited every day by hackers who engage in social engineering to gain unauthorized access to computer networks with the intent to steal data and cause financial harm. Social engineering attacks occur when fraudsters combine publicly accessible information and manipulative tactics to…
As Congress prepares to finalize its leadership in both chambers, the fate of health insurance subsidies for millions of Americans hangs in the balance.
Harris’ detailed plan appears to offer Black men a vision of leadership, opportunity, and economic empowerment.
Here are seven ideas to help you avoid falling prey to financial fraud.
To help you avoid becoming a victim of fraud, there are a few key tips you should follow.
This guide can help you understand some of the risks your kids may face when using technology, along with age-appropriate steps to help keep your family safe.
Here are some recommended tips to help stop moving scams before it’s too late.
The U.S. economy added 142,000 nonfarm payroll jobs in August, less than the 165,000 economists had predicted.
The Texas Workforce Commission is accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance in five additional counties impacted by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that began on April 26.
Familiarize yourself with these identity fraud scams designed to trick you into giving up your “financial DNA” and turn over your personal identifiable information to imposters.
Haven’t filed your taxes yet? It’s coming down to the wire, but there’s still time.
Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) is hiring certified teachers for its four special schools, serving students with severe intellectual, academic and behavioral disabilities, those facing addiction and adjudicated/expelled youth.
A recent Forbes study revealed only about one-quarter of adults nearing retirement have seriously considered getting long-term care insurance or a savings account dedicated to long-term care expenses.
While each business owner possesses a personal credit report, not every business maintains a business credit report. The creation of a business credit report involves the following steps. Every business owner is equipped with a personal credit report, yet the same cannot be said for a business credit report. While a personal credit report is…
February is the month of love and one of the most popular times of year for couples to get engaged. According to a recent study, 36% of respondents said Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day to propose. If you’re about to get married or just walked down the aisle, here are five things to…
By: d-mars.com News Provider Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Correspondent The surge in scams coincides with the conclusion of a pandemic-induced hiatus on loan repayments, implemented in 2020 to provide financial relief to borrowers amidst the public health crisis. Amidst the impending resumption of student loan payments in October, scammers are intensifying their efforts to exploit…
The Social Security Administration implemented their highest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in four decades earlier this year. This annual COLA is based on increases in the Consumer Price Index as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means former workers receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits saw an increase of 8.7% in their…
Scams and fraud are more deceiving these days, reaching you in more ways than ever before. The FTC reported 2.8 million fraud reports from consumers in 2021 alone, with reported fraud losses increasing by 70% from 2020 and more than $5.8 million. Scammers begin their traditional uptick at the start of the holiday season, and…
If you think coping with finances is overwhelming, you’re not alone. A recent study found that nearly 4 in 10 (37%) people avoid dealing with their finances, and more than 3 out of 4 feel stressed and concerned. In the new study, “Path to Prosperity: The Guardian Study of Finances and Emotional Confidence™” conducted by…