For years, fraud, identity theft, and low-level scams have conned countless innocent people out of their hard-earned money. While technology has introduced a whole host of new security features to combat such threats, the abilities of scammers have also developed, especially by using technology to create new fraudulent techniques for money-grabbing. With technology advancing at a faster pace than ever before, let's take a look at some of the most popular and damaging scams around as well as some effective techniques that you can employ in order to avoid becoming the next victim.

When it comes to scavenging for unbeatable deals, perhaps no name is more synonymous with the beloved concept of the dollar store than the Dollar Tree. Located throughout the contiguous states of the U.S. as well as Canada, this discount store chain thrives off its promise to deliver juicy deals for just $1 or under. Although there are some items that actually do exceed $1, contrary to the store's promise, let's take a look at the best value items this franchise has to offer.

As many experienced workers can verify, determining the exact career for you can be a long and complicated process with many unexpected twists and turns. Even once you've graduated from university and racked up a few years of work experience, it can still be difficult to determine whether your career is the best possible fit. Understandably, this conundrum has led to many experienced workers deciding to change paths later on in their careers. So, if you feel like you fit into this category, fear not! Here are some simple yet effective tips to help you launch a new career.

From the pandemic that swept the earth to the supply shortages caused by the Russia-Ukraine crisis, there's been a whole host of events that have made our lives a little more challenging. If there's one silver lining, however, it's that we've become more adaptable — especially in the workplace. With many people working from home or participating in hybrid work environments, now is as good a time as any to supplement your regular salary by taking on a side hustle. Let's take a look at some of the in-demand side hustles that you can take on to boost your income!