ScamArtist

    By Selena Maranjian, The Motley Fool

    | 2:00PM 8/17/2011
    In a shaky economy, senior citizens have become a prime target for scammers. Here are some of the common scams -- and warning signs -- to watch out for, along with some tips on how to protect your elderly loved ones.

    By Carrie Coolidge

    | 9:00AM 9/08/2010
    Looking for some extra income fast? With unemployment at 9.6%, rarely has the time been riper for con artists to come out of the woodwork with promises of "easy ways to make money," "quick money" and "how to earn money fast." Don't fall for them. Here are the top 10 job scams you should know about.