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Calling out Medicare Scams
Medicare scams come in many forms. A very common scam offers "free" medical equipment or services but you have to provide your Medicare number. The most recent scam of this type targets people with diabetes.
Car Shopping? Be Aware of This Sales Ploy
“We’ll pay off your loan no matter how much you owe.”
Have you seen auto sales ads, often online, that promise this? This promise to pay off the balance of any loan you have on a vehicle you plan to trade-in is often misleading, the Federal Trade Commission warns in a recent alert. Why?
Concerned About Google's Privacy Policy Changes?
As of March 1, 2012 Google's new Privacy Policy and Terms of Service have taken effect. The updated policy replaces the separate privacy policies for all of their services except Google Books, Google Wallet, and Google Chrome. If you use Google Services such as Gmail, Google+, YouTube, Picasa, Docs, and Calendar, you have a Google Account and are affected. If you only use Google Search, you are not affected.
What can you do about it?
Facebook's Timeline is Being Pushed to All Users
Facebook's Timeline is a new profile format that displays all of your postings in chronological order, making it easier to see items from the past. While the Timeline has been optional since the middle of December, it will now replace the current profile page for all users. Over the next several weeks, everyone will be switched to the Timeline.
Thinking of Using a Prepaid Debit Card?
Prepaid debit cards are being touted as a way to manage your money and stay out of debt. With a prepaid debit card, you can only spend the amount of money that is on the card. But that's good, isn't it? Maybe. These cards can be more expensive than you think. These cards may be useful for travel or providing funds for a college student. Some people use them to help them budget.
Is Your Whole Life Going on View on Facebook?
Facebook and Carrier IQ have been making news lately. How does this news impact you? Here's what you need to know. Facebook Timeline is now available to everyone. The Timeline was announced back in September but wasn't available to everyone until now.
Donating to Charity This Holiday Season? Read These Tips First.
During the holiday season, there are many charities asking for donations to help the less fortunate. While there are many legitimate charities that do good work, there are also some phony ones. Here are some tips to help you make sure that your donation benefits the people and organizations you intended.
Shopping on Black Friday? Check out these tips before you go.
Black Friday offers lots of bargains as well as deals that aren't much of deal. Here are a few tips to help you find the best bargains.