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Fraud and Identity Theft

New Twist on the Popular Tech Support Scam Has Surfaced

Sherlogix Holmes / November 13, 2017

Phishing attacks are always evolving and trying to force us into ignoring our own good sense. A common attack is the infamous technical support scam. Historically, this involved a phone call from someone claiming you need help with your computer, an email message that directed users to fake sites where malware was installed, or a fake tech support popup message requesting payment card numbers. While those are still common, Microsoft researchers have discovered a new play on this scam.

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Travel

How to Travel on a Budget

Paco de Leon / November 8, 2017

Traveling is the new luxury and experiences are being commodified and sold through pictures online. Whether you’re making six figures or just starting out, you should always create a budget for your travels. The budget is relative. It’s relative to what you earn and how much you spend in other areas of your life.

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Fraud and Identity Theft

A Consumer’s Guide to Mail Theft Prevention

Kayleen Kavanagh / October 31, 2017

As the holidays draw near, it becomes more common to hear about instances of mail theft, either in your neighborhood or on the news.  Ordering gifts and mailing cards can become a stressful endeavor for both consumers and recipients of mail.  If you’ve ever been a victim of mail theft, chances are you felt invaded and frustrated at the fact that it happened.  Your time becomes personally impacted as you try and figure out who needs to be contacted regarding a missing or stolen package, and there’s also a worry that more than just consumer goods were taken – that identity theft may have occurred, if your personally identifiable information was also compromised during the mail theft incident. If you’re someone who mails packages, gift cards, or orders goods online for delivery, here are a few mail theft prevention tips to consider.

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Auto Loans

“What’s that noise?” Car Repairs or New Car?

Kayleen Kavanagh / October 3, 2017

A few years back, I shared a story about a car that our free car-buying service, Auto Expert, helped me find and purchase. My car goals today are similar to what they were back in 2011. I was looking for a used vehicle that was economical and had a price tag that wouldn’t make me wince every month when the payment was due. Beyond those two items, I didn’t much care what else made up the car.

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Community Stars, Credit Unions, Great Place to Work

Logix Employees Give at our 9/11 Remembrance Blood Drive

Kayleen Kavanagh / September 11, 2017

Every year, in remembrance of the victims of September 11, an American Red Cross team visits Logix Headquarters. In a matter of moments, they combine two conference rooms into one bustling blood drive site. With tons of energy, upbeat music playing, friendly chatter, and the smell of freshly baked treats, Logix employees ready themselves for their blood donation appointments.

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Logix News

Thank You SmartLab Readers!

Logix / September 5, 2017

Logix SmartLab has over 1,000 subscribers!... We just wanted to take a moment to say "Thank YOU!" Because of you, your Logix SmartLab blog has reached over 1,000 subscribers! Hooray! We are proud to be a trusted resource on topics such as saving for a car, building an emergency fund, and protecting yourself from fraud just to name a few. Thank... you for leaving comments, asking questions, and sharing posts with your friends and family. Your participation not only helps your SmartLab grow, but provides valuable feedback on what you currently like and would like to see at Logix.

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Debt Management, Saving

How To Save: Start Small

Paco de Leon / August 4, 2017

If you’re trying to pad a savings account (or multiple savings accounts), it can be daunting and overwhelming. The first thing you need to do is figure out how much you need to save. Focus on the Emergency Fund There are plenty of people who don’t have

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