Articles tagged security & fraud

Email Offers and Online Shopping   Enjoy safe online shopping and avoid email scams with these tips: Protect personal information. Only give personal or credit information to companies you know and trust. Call their customer service prior to purchasing to check customer responsiveness. Also read their privacy policy to ensure your …

If you visit ATMs, follow these best practices to ensure your safety and minimize exposure to potential theft or fraud.    Choose Wisley Before you head over to an ATM, take a look around you. Your safety can depend a lot on your surroundings. Is it dark? Are there sightline barriers such as bushes and shrubs? Is the ATM located on …

Know the ins and outs of store credit cards to avoid expensive mistakes.   Avoid the "savings" temptation. Saving 10% on a $200 purchase can be some real savings but over time it is not a savings at all. If you only make the minimum monthly payment, it may take months, or even years, to pay off that purchase. Finance charges can eat up …