News tagged with 'Financial Fraud'

While Americans are generous in a time of need, scammers are poised to take advantage. Before giving to a charitable organization helping Haiti, know what to look for.

The formation of a consumer financial agency to oversee financial products offered to the public, is meeting opposition from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and U.S. banks. Already some of their lobbying is working.

Kandace Marriott was convicted by a Texas jury and sentenced to 99 years in prison for her part in mortgage fraud. Falsifying an application to a lender makes up the bulk of fraud, which in this case cost the state of Texas $3 million.