‘Tis the season to be jolly! And unfortunately, ‘tis also the season for scammers to go after your hard-earned dollars. Keep your money safe by reading up on the most common scams taking place this time of year and practicing caution.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday can be fun – but they can also put you at risk. Here are 5 scams to look out for as you brave the frenzied crowds while trying to snag the best deals after Thanksgiving.

Is anyone else panicking that Thanksgiving is only a week away? If it’s your first time hosting like me, you probably are. If not, please send your good vibes my way! Anyone who knows me, knows that I am a big “planner.” I’ve been stressing about my menu for weeks now, which has probably added more stress than necessary. But, the good news is that you get to benefit from my high-stressed planning strategies! In this blog I’ll share my entire Thanksgiving Day menu and tips I’ve gathered from family and anxiety-fueled research.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning of a surge in Social Security scams heartlessly targeting the elderly who depend on Social Security benefits for basic living needs. The scammers also know that the elderly can be overly trusting, making them easy victims. And, unfortunately, these scams are too often successful. Here’s how these scams work: