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Has Fraud in Eastern Iowa Cost You More Than Your Identity?
December 1st, 2011
You may not be hearing as much as you once did about identity theft; however, just because it is not the front-page story that it once was, that doesn’t mean it’s not occurring. Identity theft in Iowa and throughout this nation is still taking pl…
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When Mail Fraud Turns into Financial Fraud in Iowa
November 3rd, 2011
So many different types of fraud occur each and every day around this nation. Sadly, fraudulent people are looking to deceive others in order to obtain another’s money, identity, services or property. This often occurs through mail and wire fra…
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Scam Artists Use Cancer Research to Con Iowa Victims Out of Money
September 7th, 2011
Sadly, cancer has probably claimed the life of someone you know: a mother, father, grandparent, sibling, friend, spouse, or even your child. Cancer is a horrible disease that tugs at everyone’s hearts, minds and emotions. Because scam artists k…
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Steps of a Ponzi Scheme Iowa Investors Should Be Aware Of
September 2nd, 2011
In a recent article, we explained more about Ponzi schemes and how investors are promised high and abnormal returns or dividends for their investments. Although scam artists may show investors numbers, they are exaggerated earnings in order to trick…
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Know the Laws that Protect Iowa Consumers from Defective Products
August 16th, 2011
Defective products seriously injure thousands of people every year and even claim the lives of some. If you have been injured by a defective product or if you purchased a product that did not perform as promised, you have rights. Many consumers do no…
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Protect Yourself from Advanced Fee Loans and Iowa Financial Fraud
August 13th, 2011
When people are hurting financially, they often tend to be vulnerable with their finances. Con artists know this and know how to use deceptive wording to target people who are trying to stay afloat. If you are financially hurting, unemployed, have ov…
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Recent Developments in the Robo-Signing Scandal and Iowa Mortgage Foreclosure Proceedings
May 16th, 2011
Just last month, the government announced a “pattern of misconduct and negligence” in the robo-signing scandal. After a review by the Federal Reserve and the Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS), violations of laws and foreclosure processes…
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Learn Signs of Identity Theft and How to NOT Become a Victim
March 3rd, 2011
Identity theft occurs on a day-to-day basis, as identity thieves steal personal information and financial information by rummaging through your trash, looking through your mail, spying on you online, stealing your purse or wallet, obtaining your cred…
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Shop Safe on Cyber Monday
November 29th, 2010
Cyber Monday sales hit the Internet today. Make sure you shop safe: protect your personal information, deal with trustworthy retailers, and closely track your purchases. Check out ten tips to avoiding online fraud while you take advantage of online d…
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Fund for Robo-Sign Victims Being Considered
November 18th, 2010
Major housing lenders are currently under investigation for “robo-signing” documents in foreclosure proceedings, and the Iowa Attorney General’s Office now states that a fund for victims of robo-signing is under consideration. Iowa…
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