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We're on your side each week, tracking the latest scams and warning you, about the latest ways crooks are trying to steal from you. Also, if you think you've been scammed or ripped off, let us know about it -- our team will investigate and work to get you answers and to make sure others know about the fraudulent activity.email: agilchrist@nbc12.com |
A crook with access to your credit can run and even ruin your life. Credit fraud is the most prolific type of identity theft and scammers are coming up with new ways to tap into your life.
A 12 On Your Side Alert tonight for anyone who's having trouble making their mortgage payment. There are a lot of big promises out there -- followed by disappearing money. So, how do you protect yourself and your money?
Maintaining a good credit score takes a lot of financial discipline. Experts will tell you not to apply for more credit cards than you can really afford to pay off but what do you do if a card issuer just opens a line of credit for you without even asking?
Right now, regular gas in Richmond and tri-cities is about 30-cents more expensive than it was a year ago, on average. But how certain are you that you're getting all the gas you're paying for?
We introduced you to two couples who claimed they were misled by a local builder about how they could get and use the first-time homebuyer's tax credit.
A warning tonight for everyone with a computer. The Better Business Bureau says "scare-ware" attacks are on the rise.
A warning tonight from the FBI. Don't ever expect to get an email from them. Several messages are sweeping the country right now and the only thing they're offering is trouble.
Big brother is watching -- that warning from the FBI is going out to those handling the billions of dollars in stimulus money for government projects.
In the last few weeks, several viewers have asked us to look into some emails and text messages they received seemingly from the IRS and local banks.
How much do you know about buying a new home? A Hopewell couple found out they didn't know enough. And closing on their American dream quickly turned to a nightmare. So how do you keep it from happening to you?
A warning from the Federal government as it tries to crack down on companies scamming homeowners looking for help.
Every time you swipe your credit card or charge something online, big brother is watching. What credit card companies see could ultimately lower your credit score. In this 12 On Your Side Alert, Aaron Gilchrist with the six things you should never charge.
Your online college degree could be a worthless piece of paper. That warning tonight from the Better Business Bureau.
More than 6,000 building are threatened by the gigantic wildfire burning near Los Angeles right now and when disaster strikes, scammers are not too far behind.
College classes are now back in session, and scammers are trying to educate themselves on how to rip off unassuming students.
A 12 on Your Side Alert about suspicious callers who have social security numbers, bank account numbers and home addresses. The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers that phony debt collectors are armed with information and out to get your money.
We're on your side each week, tracking the latest scams and warning you, about the latest ways crooks are trying to steal from you. Also, if you think you've been scammed or ripped off, let us know about it -- our team will investigate and work to get you answers and to make sure others know about the fraudulent activity. [email: agilchrist@nbc12.com]
