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Don't get scammed! Listen to Wendy Goldband's weekly Personal Protection Minute and keep you and your family safe from thieves and con artists.

PayPal Security

2011 November 29
Posted by wgoldband

Your PayPal account could be in danger from cyberthieves this holiday season if you don’t take the proper precautions.

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Home Break-Ins Using Phony Phone Calls

2011 November 20
Posted by wgoldband

Is that gift card you’ve just won for real? It may by a hoax to gain entry into your home.

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I-Tune Account At Risk From Hackers

2011 November 13
Posted by wgoldband

The I-Tune store could put you at risk to hackers.

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FDIC Spam

2011 October 1
Posted by wgoldband

Beware of emails coming from an FDIC email address claiming to have important information about your bank account.

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Grandparent Scam New Twist

2011 September 18
Posted by wgoldband

The Better Business Bureau is issuing a Red Alert regarding a new twist on the Grandparent Scam.

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FBI Illegal Activity Email

2011 September 10
Posted by wgoldband

You might get an email from the FBI saying you’ve been involved in illegal activity.

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Physicians Targeted by Extortionists

2011 August 30
Posted by wgoldband

Physicians are being targeted with extortion emails.

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Tips for Selling Gold

2011 August 23
Posted by wgoldband

Know how to protect yourself when selling your gold jewelry.

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Investment Scams During Economic Turmoil

2011 August 18
Posted by wgoldband

Scam artists are trying to take advantage of your fears following the U.S. credit rating downgrade.

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Bogus Sweepstakes Targets Military Families

2011 August 7
Posted by wgoldband

Military families and veterans beware of a new sweepstakes scam.

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