Article is from Scambusters .org Not all coronavirus scams arrive by email, text, or phone. There’s also a chance they might turn up in your regular mailbox. Which is why the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) has stepped into the battle against the crooks. The agency has launched a website section devoted to virus-related […]

Reprinted from Steve Anderson, Tech Tips: The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires each of the nationwide credit reporting companies — Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion — to provide a free copy of your credit report, at your request, once every 12 months. The purpose of the FCRA is to promote the accuracy and privacy of […]

As we prepare for the stay-at-home orders to be lifted across the country, here are some guidelines for barn owners to keep in mind: Limit the number of people on the property at one time to 10 and make sure they are keeping at least 6′ apart. Wearing masks should be encouraged, especially if the […]

The first of the CARES Act stimulus checks have been received – check your account that you had your tax refund deposited in. If you haven’t received a check in a few weeks, check the following website : https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment You will need to know the following information: Social Security Number, date of birth, street address, […]

Another article from Scambusters.org that reminds us to be diligent about checking up on companies who email, call, or text offers. How to Check a Business Reputation When it comes to buying and selling products or services, seller reputations are everything. Well, almost. Value has a role to play too. Because it’s easier than ever […]

I’m am posting Scambuster.org’s article about scams related to COVID19. Please be careful and WASH YOUR HANDS frequently. If you recently read about a coronavirus cure, we hope you didn’t act on it. Because there isn’t one — so far at least. Nor do you necessarily need to buy and wear a mask or invest […]

This article is from American Reliable/GLOBAL Insurance Companies: An ice dam is when ice builds up on the edge of a sloped roof and keeps melted snow (water) from being able to drain off of the roof. The water that gets trapped behind the dam can leak into the building, causing damage. The primary cause […]

I received this article from Third Federal Bank and wanted to pass the information on to you.  Filing your taxes can be stressful on its own, but today it’s more important than ever that you are aware of cybercriminals who prey on unsuspecting taxpayers. These criminals count on you being confused by all of the […]

Here’s another great article from Scambusters.org Reports of bank fraud is the US have doubled during the past five years according to the Wall Street Journal — and there’s no sign of a slowdown. Fortunately for consumers, banks and other institutions shoulder most of the burden of this crime. It costs them an estimated $19 […]

Vehicle crashes that occur during winter conditions account for 17% of all accidents.* The slippery roads, freezing temperatures, and visibility issues presented by the cold season certainly contribute to these crashes! To avoid accidents around this time of year, remember these basic winter weather safe driving tips. • Always turn your headlights on – use […]