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50 Worst Charities in America and How to Keep from Being Scammed
Charities are a way to give back to those in need, often times stories are told with unhappy endings and more heartbreaks than we can handle. The stories of heartbreak continue as people beg for assistance. Of course there are
Read MoreSandy Hook Elementary School Charity Scam
The Sandy Hook Elementary School formed a charity last year after the shooting massacre, however according to their co-founder they are unable to account for more than $70,000 of the money which was raised through a marathon running. Ryan Graney,
Read MoreFraud Alert: Man gets 28 years in $100M Navy Charity Scam
Several Veterans of the Navy were scammed by Bobby Thompson, who stole an estimated $100 million by faking charity donations, which he collected for himself. A judge sentenced Thompson to 28 years in prison and a fine to pay $6 million.
Read MoreTricky Holiday Scams to Avoid
The holidays bring out the worst in thieves, planning the right moment and the right situation to steal your money. The following four alerts will help you avoid holiday scams this shopping season. 1: Steer clear of
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