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Why People Commit Fraud

Walletpop has been talking about the ways to prevent fraud and how to keep your information safe. Here are some of our recent articles: How Phishing Works How to Make Your Passwords Tougher to Hack Spontaneous Donor When There's a ...

Little Frauds, Big Frauds, Cost and Risk

Have you ever bought a stolen car? Are you sure? If you leave your car or truck running unattended and it gets stolen, in addition to the insurance costs and headache, did you know that vehicle could end up financing terrorism? It sounds extreme, ...

Be Aware of Debit Card Fraud

While most consumers are familiar with the consequences of having their credit card information lost or stolen, far too few are aware of the dangers of debit card fraud. According to the RCMP, debit card fraud happens when a thief "skims" or ...

Real Estate Fraud Devastates Victims

If you've been keeping an eye on the Canadian real estate market lately, you've noticed that it's heating up. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association, almost 100,000 homes were listed on MLS in March, more than any other spring on record. ...

PayPal Offers Tips to Fight Fraud

Is your computer protected? Many people who are asked that question either aren't sure or don't really think about it. Then there are those who think their computer is safe, but may not be as secure as they think they are. Keeping your computer ...

Millions Stolen in Credit Card Fraud - Are You at Risk?

Every year hundreds of thousands of Canadians fall victim to credit card fraud, with fraudsters escaping with millions in other people's hard earned cash. But there are a number of simple ways you can make sure that cash stays in your account and not ...

Police Warn Online Shoppers About Fraud

Canadians are world leaders when it comes to the Internet, and our love affair with all things online is continuing to grow. But police warn that as our online presence grows, so do risks associated with fraud. A CityNews article reported that ...

Protecting Yourself from Fraud: Does 'Putting Your Eggs In One Basket' Work?

Not everyone who's looking over your shoulder or even, heaven forbid, at your fingertips while you're typing important information on your computer, is a friend. No need to be paranoid, but... March is Fraud Prevention Month. While THAT doesn't ...

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