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Howard's In-Game Currency Scam

Ever since I was a child, my siblings and I would utilize our free time on a gaming website that we had been playing for years.

JoDee's Food Truck Ripoff

My cousin purchases a food truck. The total cost of the food truck was $25K. She gave them $12K down payment and the rest would be paid for upon delivery

Michael's Nephews' Car-Selling Ripoff

Had a nephew selling his car. The buyer came and looked at the car. Went to the bank and got a money order for the wrong amount.

Tracy's Facebook Marketplace Scam

I saw an ad online for a "Cricut Explore Air 2" crafting machine and messaged someone who claimed to be the "mom."

Milton's Puppy Scam

Last summer, my wife and I were scammed out of $600. We had been looking into getting a puppy for our kids...

Kayla's eBay/PayPal Ripoff

Hello, I'm Kayla a senior in High School. I would like to tell the story of how I got scammed 100$.

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Make Healthy Skepticism a Habit! 10 Easy Steps to Improve Your Financial Habits

Recently, I found myself thinking of what the future may bring, and how the current pandemic will impact that. Right now, things are very uncertain for most of us.

Robocalls - Do You Feel (Un)Lucky?

If you take these steps, the next scammer who tries to place a bet on your phone number will be out of luck.

Trouble Paying Your Student Loans While Unemployed?

When you lose your job, times will be stressful. But you still have to pay your debts, including your student loans. Here are some tips to help you on your way.

How to Pay Medical Bills Without Medical Insurance

Medical costs are no laughing matter. Especially if you don't have insurance to cover them. So what are your options?

Spotlight May 2020

This month we are highlighting various resources and sites that may be entertaining or helpful while we are spending more time at home.

FoolProof Exclusive: Free STEM Game for the Summer

FoolProof's gaming partner, Dot Dot Fire, has generously granted free access to their STEM series of 10 modules through August 2020!

Needs Vs. Wants: Getting Down and Dirty with That Budget

There's broke, and then there's "digging through your couch cushions for change to buy groceries" broke. I've been both more than once in my life, and I quickly learned the difference between "needs" ...

18 or under? Questions About the Coronavirus?

Hey!!! What is the coronavirus? Why is everybody talking about it? And why do I have to stay at home? Like everybody around you, I bet you have a gazillion questions!

Medical Testing: Free or Fraudulent?

My doctor's office called...Well, I think it was my doctor's office. Who called me doesn't matter, all I know is I'm gonna get free medical testing and save a ton of money. My appointment is at noon.

Are Scammers Preying on Your Economic Impact Payment?

In the midst of the current COVID-19 pandemic, it's also tax season. And while you're waiting to hear about your economic impact payment, criminals are working hard to trick you into getting their hands on it.

Start Your Own Business – Profits Guaranteed!

Envelope stuffing, simple product assembly, and medical billing services are always in demand. Don't believe me?

Watch Out for Fake Masks and Medications!

Like in any crisis or disaster time, scammers take advantage. The COVID-19 pandemic is no different. Sleazy companies are selling fake masks and medications that can cost you. Watch this!

Over 90 Million Coronavirus-Impacted Kids Need Financial Literacy Now.

Did you know? Thousands of financial literacy resources have been developed for young people. But virtually none are based on teaching the most critical financial literacy skill: they don't teach skepticism.

Need Emergency Help with Money and Food?

If so, do you know where or who to turn to? In this current crisis, you fortunately still have various options for help.

The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Predators

There's a lot at stake these days, maybe more than ever before, so we have to stay vigilant against attempts to sway us without our knowledge and against our will.

How to See through the Schemes of Fraudsters

It makes it easier for them to mastermind their next plan of attack. These crooks understand that when fear is present, so is an opportunity.

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Howard's In-Game Currency Scam

JoDee's Food Truck Ripoff

Michael's Nephews' Car-Selling Ripoff

Tracy's Facebook Marketplace Scam

Milton's Puppy Scam

Kayla's eBay/PayPal Ripoff

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Latest Posts

Make Healthy Skepticism a Habit! 10 Easy Steps to Improve Your Financial Habits

Robocalls - Do You Feel (Un)Lucky?

Trouble Paying Your Student Loans While Unemployed?

How to Pay Medical Bills Without Medical Insurance

Spotlight May 2020

FoolProof Exclusive: Free STEM Game for the Summer

Needs Vs. Wants: Getting Down and Dirty with That Budget

18 or under? Questions About the Coronavirus?

Medical Testing: Free or Fraudulent?

Are Scammers Preying on Your Economic Impact Payment?

Start Your Own Business – Profits Guaranteed!

Watch Out for Fake Masks and Medications!

Over 90 Million Coronavirus-Impacted Kids Need Financial Literacy Now.

Need Emergency Help with Money and Food?

The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Predators

How to See through the Schemes of Fraudsters

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