Don't fall for these sketchy payday loan ads — Steps to check your computer's storage limit
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4 things you need to know today 1. Payday loan ads are all over social media - Here's how they're skirting the rules All social media platforms have advertising, as it’s a primary way to bring in a profit. But some sites aren’t as strict about ad content as others. Three companies consistently target vulnerable users with ads for quick money but don't often disclose the high-interest rates. Here's what to avoid. Tap or click here to avoid these predatory high-interest payday loans. → |
2. Hitting the road? Bring this hidden camera detector with you Companies like Airbnb make it easy to find the rental property you're looking for, but don't forget you are staying on someone else's property, and they may be keeping tabs on you. We'll tell you about a gadget that can detect surveillance devices that you'll otherwise miss. Tap or click here for a clever way to spot hidden cameras. → |
3. Quick tip: Find out how much storage is remaining on your Mac or PC Every time you download an app, document, video or other files to your PC or Mac, it takes up space on your hard drive. If you haven't in a while, you should check the amount of free space you have left. Otherwise, you’ll be taken by surprise when your computer says you have no free disk space. Tap or click here for quick steps to check on your computer's storage. → |
4. Do you have equity in your home? You must do this to protect yourself Home title fraud is a frightening reality all homeowners need to know about. The scam is simple: Thieves use information easily obtained online to remove you from the title of your own home. Just like that, they've stolen all of your home's equity. You need to act now. Tap or click to protect your most valuable asset. → |
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