As Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs), we’re trained to spot the red flags of fraud before losses occur. In the world of e-commerce, platforms like eBay offer lucrative opportunities—but also a breeding ground for deceptive behavior. While most transactions are legitimate, new sellers are especially vulnerable to scams that can chip away at profits and trust.Continue reading “ebay Fraud Schemes: A Certified Fraud Examiner’s Guide for New Sellers”
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John R. Janicek Named NACVA 2023–2024 CVA Coach of the Year
The National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts® (NACVA®) has named John R. Janicek, CPA, CVA, ABV, CFF, FCPA, CRFAC, MAFF, the recipient of the 2023–2024 CVA Coach of the Year Award, recognizing his exceptional contributions and unwavering support to candidates pursuing the prestigious Certified Valuation Analyst® (CVA®) credential.
Fraud Examiners in the Classroom: Lessons from the Front Lines of Academic Integrity
After working in military service, public accounting, corporate finance, and fraud examination, I’ve grown used to chaos—the kind of chaos that requires discipline, documentation, and a deep understanding of how deception works in the real world. But I’ve recently discovered that higher education, particularly in today’s age of online learning and artificial intelligence, is facingContinue reading “Fraud Examiners in the Classroom: Lessons from the Front Lines of Academic Integrity”
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