If you think someone has stolen your identity and is committing crimes in your name, here is what you should do. IMMEDIATELY report it to the police and ask for a copy of the police reports as your bank and other financial institutions will want to see it. Contact your bank and financial institutions and tell them what has happened. If any accounts have been opened within your stolen ... read more>

Identity theft costs Australia upwards of $1.6 billion each year and $900 million is lost to individuals through credit card fraud, identity theft and scams. Crafty criminals have become more than adept in navigating the ever changing landscape of online banking, investing, credit cards, and the such. You can shield yourself and your hard earned money from potential thieves. You just have to... read more>

We all want to “keep up with Joneses” because what your neighbour or friend down the street has, you might want too. And in the day and age where everyone wants to “one up” another be it in social status, holiday amazingness, or how your grandchild is better than another, it could also leave you exposed to hackers, frauds, and criminals. We’ve all seen this post:   While this soci... read more>

Maybe you’ve taken all the offers the FiftyUp Club has sent your way and you have now saved money for that dream holiday abroad. But if you’ve set your sights on the glamour of Hollywood or the hustle and bustle of New York City, be aware of this one scam that could charge you SEVEN TIMES more than it should! If you are travelling to the US, you are required to get an Electronic Syste... read more>

If you have been in a road accident, you might have suddenly started receiving emails, brochures, calls etc from solicitors claiming you have a case for a compensation. Road accident victims often fall into “claims harvesting”. “Claims harvesters” are scammers who sell private information to solicitors who encourage them to lodge exaggerated and false injury compensation claims. In Wester... read more>