One of the oldest varieties of scams in the world is the “miracle cure.” Since the beginning of civilization, people have been looking for quick, easy ways to improve their health. And, invariably, people with ill intent try to defraud sick people by selling them bogus cure-alls and miracle drugs. …
Read MoreTalk of vaccines has become extremely common in recent days as the global vaccination effort is fully underway. However, this huge push for vaccination has also led to a proliferation of scams aimed at defrauding people who are eager to get a vaccine. Remember: official government sites and pharmacies won’t …
Read MoreHealth insurance is a prickly topic. Everyone needs health insurance, whether they’re the picture of health or chronically ill. And, like it or not, health insurance doesn’t come cheap in the US. Many people get insurance provided through their employer. However, some people who are retired or work as independent …
Read MoreIf you’ve attended a school in recent years, you know how big the anti-plagiarism push is. For today’s kids, the pressure to do their own work is huge. The hyper-competitive world of academia is always pushing kids to do their absolute best, and many would-be scholars crumble under the pressure, …
Read MoreOne word can make any parent’s blood run cold: kidnapping. Every parent knows the fear, that their child could be walking home from school, or from the school bus stop, and simply be scooped up by a stranger and vanish forever. It’s enough to make otherwise rational people go to …
Read MoreOnline colleges are popular among people looking to improve their career prospects. When you’ve got bills pressing down on you, your day job to worry about, and you still want to go to school, online school is a great resource. Legitimate online universities offer you a chance to earn your …
Read MoreCryptocurrency is a big buzzword in the financial world right now. Essentially functioning as a high-risk investment for many, the new form of currency has generated a lot of interest from a very online subset of people. Many investors have been caught up in the craze, with some very young …
Read MoreThe single biggest purchase the average person makes in their lifetime is their home. Most people need to take out a substantial loan from the bank just to afford such a purchase, and the repayment on it takes so long that the root of the word “mortality” is included in …
Read MoreIt’s tax season. If you’re looking to get your taxes done with the help of a software assistant, you’re not alone. Many Americans complete their taxes online themselves, without the help of a professional, to keep their costs down. After all, if your taxes are simple, there’s no great reason …
Read MoreOnline job listings are the most common way for people to find new careers in the modern era. However, there are some scams out there that prey on people looking for gainful employment. This is sad, but not surprising: people in need of a good job often aren’t as critical …
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