Author: Jenna Middaugh KKTV 11 News
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Voice of the consumer: Coloradans without health insurance have another chance
Coloradans without health insurance have another opportunity to get coverage. Recently, President Joe Biden issued an executive order that reopened enrollment on the Affordable Care Act marketplaces. According to the state, Colorado’s exchange, Connect for Health Colorado, will mirror the president’s order and reopen for enrollment, as well. The enrollment period will be open from…
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Voice of the consumer: IRS’ Free file; Medicare classes; elder abuse
Even though Tax Day isn’t until April 15, it’s never too early to get started. Once again, the Internal Revenue Service is offering Free File, a free tax prep software for people who earn $72,000 a year or less. According to the IRS, 83,972 Coloradans used Free File last year. That’s about 60% more than…
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Voice of the consumer: Red flags pop up all over computer security scam
This week, I want to let you know about a scam a local man initially fell for. He nearly lost $2,400, but, thankfully, was able to keep all his money. The man told me he got a call from someone claiming to be a case officer for McAfee, a computer security software company. Really, this…
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Voice of the consumer: Stimulus checks, unemployment fraud, furnace inspections
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save As the second round of stimulus checks continues to go out, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) wants to make sure people are getting their rightful money. According to the FTC, when the first round of stimulus checks was sent, some nursing homes tried to take…
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Voice of the consumer: Stimulus checks, unemployment fraud, furnace inspections
As the second round of stimulus checks continues to go out, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) wants to make sure people are getting their rightful money. According to the FTC, when the first round of stimulus checks was sent, some nursing homes tried to take the payments, which were intended for the people who lived…
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Voice of the Consumer: Stimulus scams start anew
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Millions of Americans can expect to get another stimulus check from the federal government — if you haven’t already. When stimulus checks were sent out earlier this year, AARP ElderWatch says it got a lot of…
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Voice of the Consumer: Stimulus scams start anew
Millions of Americans can expect to get another stimulus check from the federal government — if you haven’t already. When stimulus checks were sent out earlier this year, AARP ElderWatch says it got a lot of reports of scams and is expecting another wave as the second round of stimulus is sent out. “I think…
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Voice of the consumer: Scammers and gift cards
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save I hope all of you had a wonderful and safe holiday with your families. If you’re like me, I’m sure many of you gave or received gift cards. The experts at AARP ElderWatch have a few reminders to make sure you get the most out…
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Voice of the consumer: Scammers and gift cards
I hope all of you had a wonderful and safe holiday with your families. If you’re like me, I’m sure many of you gave or received gift cards. The experts at AARP ElderWatch have a few reminders to make sure you get the most out of that money. Most importantly, try to use the gift…
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Voice of the consumer: Scammers preying on hopes, fears during pandemic
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted emergency use authorization for two COVID-19 vaccines, people should beware of scammers trying to capitalize on this milestone. I recently spoke with Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser about what Coloradans should look out for to…