2 days ago · Predatory lenders often take part in schemes that enable them to circumvent state lending laws and charge borrowers sky-high interest rates.

2 days ago · Q: We borrowed $218,000 from a company called World Business Lenders and paid back more than $240,000 — but they said we still owe $200,000. This happened during Covid, …

May 11, 2025 · A woman from the Midwest is facing 29 years in prison and thousands in fines after falling for an online scam.

Nov 3, 2025 · Working people face deepening blows from the worldwide capitalist crisis, with persistent high prices for basic necessities, from groceries to electricity, rents, child care, …

Mar 18, 2025 · Harbour’s Ponzi scheme lasted 14 years, according to prosecutors. In that time, he defrauded investors, including several older Americans, out of more than $20 million.

Aug 14, 2025 · Thirteen people have been charged in a $5M elder fraud scheme targeting 400+ seniors through fake “grandparent” calls from the Dominican Republic, officials say.

Oct 1, 2023 · People fall for Ponzi schemes for several reasons, often due to a combination of psychological and situational factors. These schemes are designed to be convincing and …