Everyone tells you not to plan on having a tax refund. If you’re living paycheck-to-paycheck, though, you know where every dollar is going. You might be counting on that money to give you the breathing space you need. Even if you’re a little further ahead than that, you may still have made plans for your […]
With tax season abuzz, tax scammers have been hard at work. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has gotten thousands of complaints about one kind of scammer in particular — IRS imposters. Here’s how they work: scammers posing as IRS officials call and say you owe taxes. They threaten to arrest or deport […]
In today’s world, digitally connected families must think about safety and security both online and offline. Every child is taught basic safety and security, like not talking to strangers and looking both ways before crossing the street. Teaching young people easy-to-learn life lessons for online safety and privacy begins with parents leading the way. The first step is […]
Since October 2004, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) has been observed in October to bring awareness to the cybersecurity resources that are available to consumers to help them stay safe and secure while online. As a collaboration between the Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), NCSAM has grown exponentially, reaching […]
As you browse online, you probably see offers to try out cool products or services for free. This can be tempting and, many times, it’s okay to check them out. But some dishonest companies will bury the terms of their “free trial” offers in fine print or not disclose them at all. Their real goal […]
If you’re trying to clean up your credit, you’ll come across plenty of companies offering an easy fix. But any company promising instant results for a price is likely a scam. The FTC says Grand Teton is one of those companies. In its lawsuit, the FTC says Grand Teton tricked people into paying hundreds – […]
Pictured from left to right: Kelly Childress, CEO, Roy Johnston, Chairperson of the Board, Colin Boyd, Maggie Strawoet, and Tanner Althoff. Not pictured: Sydnee Loy. The following students have been selected to receive one of our $1500.00 scholarships to continue their education and help achieve their career goals. Tanner Althoff will be graduating from […]
College award letters are a crucial piece of the financial aid puzzle that can ultimately determine which school a student will choose to attend. Student Choice’s College Access Counselor will help families better understand award letters so they can make educated decisions about their options. During the webinar, you will learn about: What’s included in […]
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