Before you file: Key warning signs your tax preparer might be a scam
Philadelphia Legal Assistance staff say they regularly hear from residents who discover too late that their tax preparer was unqualified or dishonest.
How to protect your refund from scammers this tax season
As scammers use more aggressive tactics to try and steal your tax refund, here's a look at the steps you can take to safeguard your money.
Need a refund or replacement? The best way to make a customer complaint
Consumer experts say you shouldn't be left paying for poor service or bad products, and you may have more power than you think to get your money back.
How to protect yourself from "aggressive" scam callers posing as IRS
This tax season, scam callers are mentioning taxes or claiming to be the IRS in aggressive efforts to try to steal your identity, experts say.
Worried about your money in 2026? What to do before market shifts again
WealthMore founder Mical Jeanlys-White breaks down what investors should know and what they should ignore as they navigate 2026.
Berks County grandmother loses $220K in exploding "task job" scam
A Pennsylvania grandmother lost hundreds of thousands of dollars after falling for a fast‑growing online employment scam that promises easy money for simple "tasks."
Want your refund quickly? Avoid these common tax filing mistakes
With the tax filing deadline now just two months away, financial experts are warning taxpayers to avoid common mistakes when they file.
AI is making romance scams harder to spot, experts warn
One in four Americans say they've encountered a fake profile or AI-generated bot online, according to new data from McAfee.
In Your Corner helps viewer get back thousands in fraudulent bank withdrawals
A Pennsylvania woman spent seven months fighting to get more than $4,000 in unauthorized withdrawals reversed by her bank.
Getting financial advice from social media? Watch for these red flags
Here are four social media money tips to make sure the financial advice you're getting isn't steering you wrong.
5 ways to save money on travel using credit card points
If you're looking to travel more without blowing your budget, credit card points can help you stretch your dollars further.
Eagles fan says StubHub ticket mix-up cost him $1,700 before refund
A Philadelphia Eagles fan says a ticket transfer mix-up left him without $1,700 worth of seats until StubHub reversed course and issued a refund.
Philly residents face higher heating bills, but assistance is available
Community Legal Services offers free help to low-income residents in the city, including applying for home heating assistance programs.
"Scammers don't take snow days": Scams to watch for after the winter storm
The Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office said they see increased instances of contractor scams and utility impersonation scams following major storms.
Trump wants a 10% cap, but you can lower credit card interest yourself
Even if credit card interest isn't capped, cardholders have more power than they think, consumer advocates say.