Category : Search result: home ownership scam


AI Elon Musk scam costs man $45,000, marriage

A 69-year-old Florida man lost $45,000 to sophisticated scammers using AI deepfakes of Elon Musk. The incident has reportedly led his wife to seek a divorce. Learn how to protect yourself from similar fraud.

Celebrities and Shoppers Duped by AI Dress Scams

Shoppers are being tricked by AI-generated images of non-existent party dresses, with even celebrities like Melissa Joan Hart falling victim. Learn how to spot the scams and protect your wallet.

Thailand Cyber Scam Crackdown: 1,200 Arrested

Thai authorities spearhead a major international operation against cyber scam syndicates, arresting over 1,200. Discover the details of the crackdown and its global impact.

Woman loses £90k in Brad Pitt romance scam

A Swiss pensioner was conned out of £90,000 after believing she was in a secret relationship with Brad Pitt. Learn how the sophisticated online scam unfolded and how to protect yourself.

How to Avoid the iPhone Calendar Scam

Consumer expert Alice Beer explains how to spot the iPhone calendar scam and the simple steps to remove it and protect your device from fraudsters.

Black Friday QR Code Parcel Scam Warning

Brits are warned about a dangerous new scam combining unsolicited parcels and QR codes. Experts reveal how to protect your personal and financial data this shopping season.

UK woman loses £34k in bitcoin romance scam

A British woman shares how she was scammed out of £34,000 by a charming man who promised bitcoin investment returns. Discover the red flags and protect yourself.

Home Buyer Scheme Fails as Property Prices Soar

Exclusive analysis reveals Albanese government's flagship housing initiative faces mounting criticism as property prices defy assistance measures, leaving aspiring homeowners in limbo.

Forever Home Dream Dies as UK Owners Stay Put for 12 Years

New data reveals British homeowners are staying put for nearly twice as long as two decades ago, with soaring costs and mortgage rates killing the 'forever home' aspiration. Exclusive analysis shows how the property ladder has become a mountain to climb.

Edith Pritchett exposes modern home ownership truths

Acclaimed cartoonist Edith Pritchett exposes the hilarious and often painful realities of contemporary home life in her latest Guardian feature, capturing everything from DIY disasters to the tyranny of open-plan living.

Widower loses £1.2M to 'Tina from LA' scam

A wealthy British businessman mourning his wife's death from cancer was systematically defrauded of his entire life savings by an elaborate online romance scam masterminded by a woman calling herself 'Tina from LA'.

Page 1 of 4