Unpaid checks, tax refunds, real estate properties being passed down to relatives or others without their knowledge. These scenarios are far more common than what you think. This fact has given rise to a form of scam: the abandoned property advisor scam.  Today,...

In all kinds of industries, there are people willing to lie and spread misinformation to scam others out of their money. For example, through fake websites, phishing or fake invoices. The HVAC industry is no different. There are dozens, if not more, different types of...

The Sam Ash Music store recently announced its closure, and following this news, it was revealed that some scammers have created fake ads on Facebook, offering irresistible deals. It's important to note that Facebook is known as a hotspot for such fraudulent...

Fraud under $5,000 may seem minor, but its consequences are far from negligible. If you are wondering whether it is possible to get jail time for fraud under $5,000, the answer is yes. In the United States, depending on the specifics of the case, you could face...

Fraud can take all shapes and forms nowadays, especially in legal matters. Famous examples include check frauds, fake banks, credit card fraud and many others. But there is one type of fraud which can take place even if one party isn’t aware of what they are doing:...

Flexibility and work-life balance are becoming increasingly important. More people are seeking to adapt their careers to these needs, leading to a rise in remote work. According to Forbes, 98% of workers show interest in working from home at least part-time. Many...

Like in many sectors, big data has made it easier to detect patterns and prevent unfavorable scenarios. That's why methods of fraud detection are starting to include it. Given the alarming statistics from 2024, where Nasdaq reported global financial fraud losses of...