Articles Tagged: Consumer protection

The Iowa Insurance Division is warning of scam calls from individuals claiming to be representatives of Medicare plans, requesting Social Security numbers over the phone.

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The Gazette spoke with experts about what information is available through public records, how companies acquire personal data, and how Iowans can keep their personal information safe online.

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Seller and shipper hoaxes increasing in number

Beware of callers asking for a payment or fee

Here’s what’s legal and what’s a scam

No. 1 scam concerns employment, fake checks

Ask questions, do research before signing contract

Protect your money and your gift

Sweepstakes scams cost victims

Shop around, review monthly bills

As president of a national attorneys general group, Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller wants "a better and quicker early warning system for consumers on the basic fundamental frauds,” such as Social Security and IRS fraud and utility shutoffs.

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April is National Financial Literacy Month. Financial literacy is critical because it equips us with the skills and tools to …