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Why Is PITNEY BOWES, INC Showing Up in My USPS Email?

If you’ve signed up for USPS Informed Delivery, you may have noticed something strange: one of your daily preview emails shows a sender listed as PITNEY BOWES, INC. So what gives? Are they sending you something? Did you order from them? Or is this some kind of scam? Let’s clear it up — and no,…

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Why Is My Xfinity Bill So High? (And How to Fix It in 2025)

If you’ve ever opened your Xfinity bill and thought, “Wait… what the heck is all this?” — you’re not alone. Between mysterious fees, promo expirations, and random price hikes, it’s no wonder people are ditching cable faster than ever. So what’s actually going on with your bill — and how can you bring it back…

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What is ADOBESTOCK or ADOBETEAM on My Bank Statement?

ADOBE*STOCK or ADOBE*TEAM are billing labels used for Adobe Stock image subscriptions or Creative Cloud for Teams plans. These charges often surprise users after free trials end or team plans renew automatically. Why Am I Being Charged by Adobe Stock or Adobe Teams? You may have: What Is Adobe Stock? Adobe Stock provides royalty-free images,…

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What is PLANET FITNESS on My Bank Statement?

PLANET FITNESS or ABC FINANCIAL is a billing label for gym membership fees, annual charges, or other recurring services tied to Planet Fitness locations. Even if you haven’t visited the gym in months, your billing may still be active. Why Am I Being Charged by Planet Fitness? Common reasons include: What is Planet Fitness? Planet…

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What is GOOGLE PLAY on My Bank Statement?

GOOGLE PLAY or GOOGLE*SERVICE is a billing label used for app, game, and subscription purchases through the Google Play Store. This could be from your phone, tablet, or another Android device linked to your account. Why Am I Being Charged by Google Play? Possible reasons include: What is Google Play? Google Play is the official…

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What is ROBINHOOD on My Bank Statement?

ROBINHOOD is a billing label used when you’re charged for optional premium services through the Robinhood investing app. While most of Robinhood is free to use, some features—like Robinhood Gold—incur monthly fees. Why Am I Being Charged by Robinhood? Possible reasons include: What is Robinhood? Robinhood is a mobile and web app that allows commission-free…

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What is TURBOTAX on My Bank Statement?

TURBOTAX or INTUIT*TURBOTAX is a billing label used when you pay for tax filing services through TurboTax, which is owned by Intuit. Charges can come from one-time use or from optional add-ons you may have selected during the filing process. Why Am I Being Charged by TurboTax? Common reasons include: What is TurboTax? TurboTax is…

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What is EXPERIAN on My Bank Statement?

EXPERIAN or EXPERIAN*CREDITMONITOR is a billing label used by Experian, one of the three major credit bureaus. This charge is usually tied to a credit monitoring plan, identity protection subscription, or a free trial that auto-renewed. Why Am I Being Charged by Experian? Most common reasons: Charges may appear as “EXPERIAN*,” “EXPERIAN*CREDIT,” or similar on…

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What is EBAY on My Bank Statement?

EBAY or EBAY*SELLER FEES is a billing label used for charges related to your eBay account. This may include listing fees, final value fees, purchases you’ve made, or seller tools and services. Why Am I Being Charged by eBay? Common reasons for eBay charges include: Charges may appear as “EBAY*ITEM,” “EBAY*SELLER,” or just “EBAY.” What…

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What is NORTON on My Bank Statement? (And Is It a Scam?)

NORTON or NORTON*LIFELOCK is a billing label for antivirus software, identity theft protection, or subscription services provided by NortonLifeLock. However, it’s also commonly used in phishing scams—so make sure the charge or email is actually from Norton. Why Am I Being Charged by Norton? Legitimate Norton charges often come from: Charges may show as “NORTON,”…