When you’re hiring a contractor to help you get your home upgraded, you might be wondering how you can avoid some common scams. After all, there’s a massive problem in the US of people purporting to be contactors but being scammers. The best thing to keep in mind is that …
Read MoreScammers are always trying new tricks to trip up their victims and get people to spend money on their schemes. One new shopping scam is making the rounds now, and many experts have warned shoppers to keep their eyes peeled for these phony listings. The newest fake listings on secondhand …
Read MoreDating in the modern era is tricky. It feels like everyone is isolated in their tiny bubbles, and it’s hard to break through and get to know the person across the table from you. Instead, some people use online dating, opting to use the convenience of technology to widen their …
Read MoreThe most insidious types of scams are the ones you never see coming. The best way to keep yourself from getting scammed altogether is to arm yourself with knowledge. Here are some of the top ways to spot common social security scams to keep yourself safe. Don’t be Intimidated The …
Read MoreTo say that 2020 was a pretty bad year across the board would be a gross understatement. For another example of how terrible the prior calendar year was, look no further than a recent report from Yahoo Money that indicates that Americans lost more money last year to phone scams …
Read MoreThree alleged phone scammers have been arrested in connection to an ongoing spate of “grandparent” scams. The three suspects, Jaquan Wright, Stephanie Valeriano, and Brittany Carson have been charged with financial exploitation of an elder or vulnerable person. The three were arrested in the East Tennessee county of Louden. The …
Read MoreThe BBB is warning people to watch out for scams online, especially now that Prime Day is here. While Amazon has its big celebration of deals and savings, scammers are looking to cash in on the rush. Everything from phishing attempts to scam websites could be looking to part you …
Read MoreEvery parent or grandparent knows what it’s like to have their kids or grandkids call and ask them for help–often financial help. That’s simply par the course of being family. However, scammers know this, too, and they’re taking advantage of older people’s generosity. A new wave of scams from people …
Read MoreThe popular chat app WhatsApp has been the target of an ongoing and frustrating scam, experts warn. The scam is simple, straightforward, and has been around for years. It also continues to catch otherwise-savvy victims. Read on for info on how to avoid this common and frustrating WhatsApp scam. How …
Read MoreEight people have been arrested in the UK in connection to a text message scam ring. The men were arrested from locations across the country in early-morning raids, with several already being released pending further investigation into their activities. One of the men is facing charges related to the scam, …
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