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Travel
DOT airline rules require these automatic flight refunds
Money
No, veterans are not receiving a $3,000 federal stimulus check
An erroneous report and AI-generated search results fueled some of the false claims that the VA is sending out stimulus checks.
Scams
Texts about outstanding toll balances are scams
Toll companies say they do not send personal account information to customers via text.
Travel
Skiplagging may save you money on air travel, but it comes with risks
While it is legal to buy a plane ticket and use its layover as your final destination, airlines can punish you for it.
Travel
Skiplagging is not a risk-free way to save money on air travel
While it is legal to buy a plane ticket and use its layover as your final destination, airlines can punish you for it.
Travel
No, this viral video showing Ford vehicle ‘safety tests’ isn’t real
A viral video clip appearing to show rear-end crash tests conducted on various Ford vehicle models is actually CGI. We go step-by-step to show you how to VERIFY.
Taxes
No, credit card cash-back rewards are not taxable
With Tax Day fast approaching, VERIFY reader Larry wanted to know if credit card cash-back rewards are taxable. Here’s why they are not.
Taxes
VERIFYING what happens if you don’t file or pay your taxes on time
The IRS penalizes taxpayers for both filing late and paying late. We VERIFY how you can avoid or reduce late penalties and interest.
Student Loans
Emails from ‘Student-Loan Debt Department’ are scams
Did you get an email about debt relief from the “Student-Loan Debt Department” after the White House’s latest debt relief plan announcement? Here’s why it’s a scam.
Taxes
Social Security benefits are taxable for some people, depending on their income
Up to 85% of your Social Security benefits are counted as taxable income if you meet certain requirements.
Money
Yes, personal checks typically expire after 180 days
Banks are legally obligated to honor a personal check for up to six months. Here’s what you should do if you have a “stale” check.
Money
Yes, personal checks typically expire after 180 days
Personal checks typically expire after 180 days or six months. If you have an expired or stale check, you can request a replacement from the check issuer.
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