| Chasing a dream of wealth
IT'S the great Australian dream: living the easy life in early retirement with no worries about money. Now, more than ever, Australians are looking at ways to secure their financial future with shrewd investment plans. This hunger for investment advice has created a vast financial services industry, and armies of "experts" ready to offer their tips . . . for a fee. While property and shares are still the preferred options for more conservative investors, others have been seduced by the lure of exotic schemes offering dazzling returns. From art collections and wine to African artefacts and emus, investment strategies can take some unusual turns. The Sunshine Coast's Stefan Uhrig and his family have pinned their financial future on dolls.
Suite dreams
A young, friendless Elliot Castro found excitement living the fantasy life hed seen in the movies by stealing credit cards and scamming banks. Then he got caught. Now 24, hes served his time, gone straight, and co-written a book detailing his exploits and his remorse. Graeme Green meets one of Britains unlikeliest super criminals .
In Times of Grief, Scam Artists Arrive
Families in mourning have yet another burden to contend with in the weeks and months following the death of a loved one: avoiding a growing number of scams designed to take advantage of their grief. Con artists approach families by phone, mail and personal visits, typically claiming they are owed money after having sold a product or service to the decedent. They can trip up victims with phony contracts or aggressive demands. Individuals who might react with suspicion under normal circumstances may be too exhausted or overwhelmed when grieving, making them an easy mark. "People will take advantage of you ... .
Spring is prime scam season
When you see the robins land signifying spring, you can be sure that not far behind them are the usual scammers and con artists just waiting to prey on innocent people, especially senior citizens.Special Agent Bill Jenning, Jr. of the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, says spring is a prime time for home repair scams by people claiming to be pavers, landscapers, roofers, exterior painters and window replacement experts, to name a few. .
Perfectmatch(R) Singles Out Online Fraud Detection Technology From ...
SCOTTSDALE, AZ -- (MARKET WIRE) -- April 02, 2007 -- The 41st Parameter, a leader in agent-less client device identification (CDI) for the online channel, today announced that Perfectmatch®, a leading online dating and relationship service, has signed an agreement for a full deployment of its proprietary FraudNet™ Internet fraud detection solution. Perfectmatch selected FraudNet for its ability to provide a safer online dating environment for its millions of customers by quickly and accurately detecting online credit card fraud, suspicious user log-ins and a host of other romance scams. "With the increased proliferation of consumer fraud occurring in the online marketplace, coupled with the need to proactively preserve both our millions of valued members and the integrity of our brand, FraudNet is the perfect match to identify legitimate versus fraudulent users and monitor suspicious online behavior," said Duane Dahl, founder and CEO of Seattle-based Perfectmatch.
Wannabe Entrepreneur Quits Day Job and 6-Figure Salary to Pursue ...
So much doubt surrounds the world of making money online and whether or not these home based businesses are nothing more than scams. Even with the debate surrounding how saturated the online market of 2007 has become, there are still some entrepreneurs finding success in this work at home dream. San Diego, CA (PRWeb) March 28, 2007 -- After one year of hard work, study and execution, Matthew Bredel, owner of TheWebReviewer, Inc. (http://www.thewebreviewer.com) has left his now formerly high paying management position to pursue the full-time venture of internet marketing and website promotion. Within less than a year, Bredel has turned his after-work hobby of making money online into a full online, incorporated business called TheWebReviewer, Inc. This website contains a mix of honest money making reviews, a user discussion forum, exclusive coupons and discounts and a highly regarded money making tips blog (also found at http://www.matthewbredel.com).
Is There Hope For The Working Parent?
Is there hope for the working parent? Absolutely. But to experience change you have to take an active role in implementing change. Starting a home based business is not a "quick fix". There is no "Get Rich Scheme". You can try other "business" opportunities that promise huge income in a very short time. You will be disappointed. Having a successful home based business requires work. It is up to you how much time and effort you are willing to invest. You will get out what you put in. Remember that you are building something for your future. My future is looking very bright and I have PIPS to thank.
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Computer glitch means big bill for vacant home
For the past three months I received a $0 bill at an address on South Bendix Drive (my mother is deceased and I am the estate holder). I had the gas turned on in October in my name. The home is vacant at this time and has been since Sept. 22. I asked NIPSCO if should I send something in and was told no, the bill is correct. I told them the bill said I would be billed later and I explained I did not want a large surprise for their mistake.
March 16: I cashed a check from NIPSCO for my mother's address in the amount of $25.32. They told me a credit on my mother's account was left.
March 17: I received a gas bill for $695.85 at my mother's address. When I contacted NIPSCO on March 20, I was told this was a correct bill. I was also told if it was paid after April 2, I would have to pay $716.60, because of a late fee.
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