As people struggle through the pandemic, crooks are targeting victims' need for financial relief. The Economic Impact Payment program is being used to lure people into giving up their personal and financial information. We'll show you how the scam works and what you can do to avoid it.

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It’s time to say goodbye to robocalls. Luckily, you have a ton of smartphone tools at your disposal. You can block numbers, turn on Do Not Disturb mode, use your carrier's tools or download third-party apps to end this menace. Here are five easy steps to stop them now.

With the end-of-year shopping spree reaching billions of dollars, criminals will be looking for their piece of the financial pie. While they might not deploy the same tactics as last year, you still need to be aware of the dangers of online shopping. Here are ways to protect your wallet.

If you have an account with this popular digital carrier, you need to check your account. Hackers have infiltrated customer accounts and not only changed personal information, but in some cases, purchased expensive phones in victims' names. Here's what happened and what you should do now.

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