As a business owner, you need to be aware of the threat of phishing scams. These scams often target individual consumers but can easily be adapted to target your business. The goal is typically to deceive or manipulate one of your employees into providing sensitive...
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Facing a mountain of debt? Beware of fraudulent conveyance
In these fraught economic times, it’s getting harder than ever to operate a small business. In fact, many Texas business owners are struggling to stay afloat and make payroll — let alone a profit. With these adverse conditions piling up, it’s easy to accrue debts you...
Does your business take Venmo payments? Watch out for fraud.
Many businesses take online payment options in 2024. An example of this is allowing people to pay with services like Venmo. It often makes it easier for small businesses if the owner just accepts Venmo payments because people can make these transfers with their phone....
3 common wire fraud scams
Wire fraud scams are growing more and more sophisticated over time – but all of them involve schemes to steal money from the victims. However, forewarned is forearmed. You have a better chance of avoiding wire fraud if you understand some of the most common types....
How fraudulent conveyance could harm a business
Not everyone follows through on their financial obligations to others. In fact, some parties intentionally break the law in an effort to sidestep their responsibilities to others. Businesses that provide goods and services to the public sometimes need to engage in...
What must I prove when filing a fraud claim against a vendor?
Texas is known for its conducive business environment and favorable regulations. When setting up a business in the Lone Star state, chances are you’ll need vendors. Usually, these transactional relationships are founded on trust and professionalism, but that does not...
Training your employees to detect wire fraud
Businesses rely heavily on electronic transactions and wire transfers for most of their financial operations. While these methods are fast and convenient, they also have risks, especially in the form of wire fraud. Your employees are your company’s first line of...
Actual fraud vs. constructive fraud: What’s the difference?
Whatever your industry, you have to be on the lookout for fraud. The more money that’s passing through your business, the bigger the chances that someone may try to gain an unfair advantage over another or outright steal. Fraud can be either actual or constructive....
When is someone guilty of fraudulent misrepresentation?
When you enter into a contract with someone, you expect them to abide by the terms they’ve agreed to. If they fail to do that and you or your business suffers harm as a result, you can sue them for breach of contract. You may also (or instead) be able to take legal...
What is fraudulent conveyance?
Fraudulent conveyance refers to the illegal transfer of assets from one party to another with the intention of depriving creditors of their legitimate claims. A transfer of assets can be made in various forms, such as gifts, sales or other arrangements that may not...