Imagine this: You’re sitting across from a charming couple discussing life insurance options. They seem trustworthy, genuine, and caring. But behind their smiles hides a multimillion-dollar scam. Sound far-fetched? That’s exactly what Maureen Wilson from Owings Mills did—until it all came crashing down. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, here’s how it unfolded: How …
Imagine waking up to find that all the rules keeping your bank from charging you $50 every time you sneeze the wrong way have vanished overnight. That’s essentially what’s happening as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is being dismantled in early 2025. Led by Acting Director Russell Vought, the agency has been ordered to …
Here’s a hard truth: scammers are getting smarter, but that doesn’t mean you have to be their next victim. Whether you’re hiring a company for debt relief, home repairs, or any service that requires handing over your hard-earned cash, doing your homework first can save you from financial heartache. As a consumer debt expert, I’ve …