MILSPOUSE BLOG

Empowering Military Spouses to Defend Against Job Scams

June 30, 2023

Few things are more annoying than that “potential spam” call that pops up on your phone or when you answer a call to hear a recorded voice trying to get information from you. We’ve learned to adapt by ignoring the calls or hanging up. But when job hunting, you’re often eager to answer all calls…

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Protect yourself when using public wifi.

Guard Yourself Against Identity Thieves: Top Tips from MilSpouse Money Mission

July 16, 2021

Coffee shops, along with other public Wi-Fi network locations, can make you vulnerable to identity theft so use these tips to be vigilant and protect your personal information. Brittany, a MilSpouse from Fort Carson, Colorado discovered errors on her credit report during a credit check several years ago. At that point, she took advantage of…

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7 Warning Signs You May Be a Victim of ID Theft

7 Warning Signs You May Be a Victim of ID Theft

July 9, 2021

Mariah, a MilSpouse from Camp Roberts, California was diligent about checking her financial accounts. One night she checked, and all was good. The next morning, there was a $300 fraudulent charge on her credit card from a shoe store. This literally happened overnight! Read more about her situation. Have you ever noticed an erroneous charge…

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Desk with ipad with job search on it

5 Tips for Avoiding Employment Scams

July 8, 2020

Beware of Employment Scams Every PCS season transplants military families around the country and even the world. As a result, many military spouses may be looking for jobs in a challenging job market. Beware, military spouses! Not all job opportunities are created equal. Some are scams. So, in addition to having a winning resume, here…

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