Feb 04 2020
Despite running for years, this con still successfully uses threatening calls and intimidating emails to scare people into paying up. Jury duty scams have staying power because they prey on the fear of law enforcement. How the Scam Works: Answer the phone, and it’s someone claiming to be from the local law enforcement or judicial …
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Feb 05 2019
The New Year means the start of tax season. Better Business Bureau and the Federal Trade Commission is warning people to be on the lookout for suspicious calls that claim to be from the Social Security Administration. Scammers are ramping up their efforts to steal Social Security numbers to use in filing fraudulent tax returns. …
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Nov 06 2018
There’s an uptick in scam reports from victims of SIM swapping, also known as SIM hijacking or cell phone porting. Hackers are using this tactic to gain control of victims’ cell numbers and access their social, email, and bank accounts. The scam works like this. You receive a text message from your mobile carrier stating …
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Aug 07 2018
Better Business Bureau Scam Tracker has received numerous complaints from shoppers fooled by too-good-to-be-true social media ads. Just because a company advertises on Facebook, Instagram or another social platform does not mean it is trustworthy. Be sure to do your research before making a purchase. Here’s how the scam works: You are scrolling through social …
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Feb 27 2018
With all the buzz about bitcoin, more people are considering it as an investment. But with anything new and complex, con artists try to take advantage. BBB Scam Tracker has received many complaints from people who have lost 1,000’s. How the Scam Works: You are looking to purchase bitcoin, so you search online. You find …
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Dec 05 2017
The 2017 holiday season is upon us and Better Business Bureau wants to help consumers and donors shop smart and give wisely. These tips are for a safe holiday season. • Gift Receipts: Always ask for a gift receipt. The recipient can return a gift that’s not just right. • Warranty Information: Inquire about the …
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Nov 07 2017
Trying to reach Netflix for help with your account? If so, watch out for this crafty con. Scammers provide fake customer support numbers online and fool callers into purchasing unrelated computer software. How the Scam Works: You are having trouble with your Netflix account, so you search online for the customer support phone number. A …
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Oct 02 2017
By Shelley Polansky Recent Hurricane flooding in Texas and Florida has damaged 1000’s of vehicles. If you are in the market for a used car, BBB says to watch for flood-damaged vehicles that could begin to pop up in our area. After a vehicle has incurred flood damage, the insurance company may declare it a …
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Feb 13 2017
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about an old scam with a new twist. The “Can You Hear Me?” scam has long been used to coerce businesses into purchasing office supplies and directory ads they never actually ordered, but now it’s targeting individual consumers, as well. For the last few days of January, more than half …
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Jan 03 2017
Trade shows, expos and business fairs are in full swing for people interested in new ideas for their homes & gardens, couples planning a wedding and for those in the market for boats and RVs. If you plan to attend an expo, BBB offers these tips: • Visit the show’s website or social media page …
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Dec 08 2016
Santa isn’t the only one keeping track of who is naughty and who is nice! Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to beware of these common holiday scams: Be cautious shopping online. Because many retailers now have chip card readers, fraud at bricks-and-mortar stores is down, so scammers have shifted their efforts online. Use a credit (not debit) …
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