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Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Saturday, February 24, 2024
FTC says H&R Block pressures people into overpaying for tax prep
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Stay scam free, no matter how far away you roam
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
What to do if you can’t make car payments
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What to do if you can’t make car payments |
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
If you paid a scammer with a gift card, is your money gone? Maybe not
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If you paid a scammer with a gift card, is your money gone? Maybe not |
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Asked to wire money? Cut the cord
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Video link -> https://youtube.com/shorts/gsTrV41neJU?feature=share
Asked to wire money? Cut the cord |
Saturday, July 29, 2023
How to spot and avoid post-disaster scams in the Northeast
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How to spot and avoid post-disaster scams in the Northeast |
Saturday, July 22, 2023
Scammers impersonate delivery service support to rip off drivers and restaurants
Scammers impersonate delivery service support to rip off drivers and restaurants |
Friday, July 7, 2023
Federal Trade Commission: Military consumers and romance scams
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Federal Trade Commission: Military consumers and romance scams |
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Imposters prey on families preparing for the funeral of a loved one
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Imposters prey on families preparing for the funeral of a loved one |
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Business coaching and real estate investment scheme targets Spanish speakers
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Business coaching and real estate investment scheme targets Spanish speakers |
Sunday, May 28, 2023
Preparing for hurricane season 2023: How to organize your finances
"When it comes to preparing for hurricanes, financial readiness is as important as a flashlight with fully charged batteries. Leaving your home can be stressful, but knowing that your personal and financial documents are up to date, in one place, and portable can make a big difference at a tense time. Read on to learn how to identify and organize important papers before a disaster strikes.
Here are some steps to help you get started."
Preparing for hurricane season 2023: How to organize your finances |
Sunday, May 21, 2023
How to stop subscriptions you never ordered
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How to stop subscriptions you never ordered |
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Scam proof the young people in your life
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Friday, April 7, 2023
Shopping online? Here’s what to do when things go wrong
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Shopping online? Here’s what to do when things go wrong |
Friday, March 10, 2023
Crypto investment scammers are targeting your community groups
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Crypto investment scammers are targeting your community groups |
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
During this National Consumer Protection Week, let’s talk about impersonation scams
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During this National Consumer Protection Week, let’s talk about impersonation scams |
Sunday, March 5, 2023
doTERRA distributors charged with making unfounded COVID-19 cure claims
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doTERRA distributors charged with making unfounded COVID-19 cure claims |
Saturday, March 4, 2023
National Consumer Protection Week 2023 Begins Sunday, March 5
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Saturday, January 21, 2023
Wireless Customers Who Were Subject to Data Throttling by AT&T Can Apply for a Payment from the FTC
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Thursday, December 22, 2022
Here’s where to get FREE COVID tests
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Here’s where to get FREE COVID tests |