Learn to Recognize the Latest Scams

I have some con artists to thank for today's column. Yes, you heard that right. This week's topic arrived by mail -- in the form of a classic come-on. My husband received a $3,850 check in the mail. It looked awfully official, complete with "security features" and bank account numbers. I'm going to dissect if for you, to show all the tip-offs to a rip-off. Here's a picture of the "check.": (Image Credit: Elisabeth Leamy) Your heart DOES do a little pitter pat at first, eyeballing a...Full Story