Some unscrupulous people make a living pretending they are someone else.

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The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) says it’s a variation of the payday loan scam.

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Prescriptions can be expensive. It’s not surprising that con artists play on people’s need to find discounted medicine.

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Why are we seeing so many phishing scams? Because they work.

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Potential disaster is imminent even after the devastating Waldo Canyon Fire has been 100 percent contained.

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Mobile telephone users are receiving text messages stating they have won a $1,000 Target Gift Card.

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As Colorado Springs returns to normalcy, our attention turns to those who lost their homes or who will be displaced while smoke mitigation is done. The goal is to help these people not suffer any more.

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Wild fires are still burning in Colorado. Scammers see this as the perfect time to appear, and they are doing just that!

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Getting a college degree can be very expensive. If you see a quick, easy and inexpensive way to get a degree online, stop and do your research before sending the institution money.

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You are moving! That in itself is stressful. So many tasks to do and changes to make. Make sure keeping your posessions safe is stress free.

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You see an online ad. "Earn $400 each month just driving your car." Should you click it?

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“Robbery by appointment” is a frequently used phrase these days by news writers warning people of Internet-related crimes. These crimes are on the rise nationwide.

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If someone calls you at home or on your cell giving your personal information and names and telephone numbers of relatives and friends, would you think the call has to be legit? Think again.

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Con artists are offering too good to be true “opportunities” for people needing and wanting to fix their bad credit.

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Recently a friend called me about an ad. She is retired and needs to supplement her income and fill some time with a part-time job. Not an unlikely scenario these days with the challenging economy and cost of living.

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We arrived at our hotel on Maui, took in the scenic views and warm breeze, and went to our hotel room. That’s when the bump came in our trip.

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As gift cards continue to grow in popularity, especially during the holiday season, gift cards magnify on the con artists’ radar.

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Social Security is on everyone’s radar, including con artists. They would love to get their hands on some of that money.

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Since the housing market bust, nearly 3 million more households have become renters. Home rental scams are extremely prevalent. If you are searching for a place, be careful it’s not a scam.

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Are you thinking about buying a used vehicle and have been perusing the internet looking for one? Before you do anything more about the purchase, read this blog.

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