By USPatriotNews.com Editorial Team After a disaster, con artists often pose as FEMA workers, charity fundraisers, or repair contractors to steal money or personal information. You can protect …
Tax Preparer Fraud: IRS Verification, Warning Signs and How to Report
By USPatriotNews.com Editorial Team You can verify a paid tax preparer by checking two things: a valid Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) printed on your return, and a listing in the IRS …
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Inheritance and Probate Scams: How Fraudsters Target Bereaved Families
By USPatriotNews.com Editorial Team An inheritance or probate scam is a message, call, or letter that tricks you into believing you are owed money from an estate, then asks you to pay a fee, tax, or …
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Home Repair and Contractor Fraud: Licensing Verification and Lien Protection
By USPatriotNews.com Editorial Team Verify a contractor by checking their license status through your state or local licensing board, confirming current liability and worker’s compensation insurance, …
Car Buying Scams: Title Washing, Odometer Fraud and VIN Verification
By USPatriotNews.com Editorial Team Check a used car’s title and mileage history for free at vehiclehistory.gov before you hand over any money. That single step can reveal a washed title, a …
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Rental Scams: Fake Listings, Wire Transfer Traps and Verification Steps
By USPatriotNews.com Editorial Team A rental listing is likely a scam if the price is far below similar homes in the area, the “landlord” won’t meet in person or let you tour the unit, and they push …
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