Everyone hates robocalls. Whether you’re at work, trying to eat or just relaxing, any time you get a robocall is a bad time to get yelled at by a robot that’s trying to scam you. These calls are extremely annoying, for one thing, because they can come from seemingly any …
Read MoreEveryone’s received scam calls before, and we all know how annoying they can be. Some are just a nuisance, while others are more robust and can be actively scary. The best way to deal with them is to know what kinds of tactics scammers like to use. If you’re looking …
Read MoreWith the Democratic primaries in full swing, each presidential hopeful is touring the United States, promising to improve the lives of its citizens – and most importantly, asking for financial contributions. It costs crazy amounts of money to launch and maintain a presidential campaign, so candidates depend on voter funds …
Read MoreJohn Ernest received a call one night last winter inquiring whether or not his father, Dean, who was living in a nursing home at the time, was experiencing any back pain. The person on the other end of the line, claiming he was calling on behalf of Medicare, offered John’s …
Read MoreWith Grandparents Day fast approaching on September 13, it’s a good time to talk to your elderly loved ones about emergency scams. This all-too-common con targets loving grandparents, using fear and high-pressure tactics to get money fast. How the Scam Works This scam begins long before the panicked phone call …
Read MoreWith uncertainty at an all-time high in America, scammers are using a wide variety of tactics to victimize innocent people. One scam to watch out for is the classic “family emergency” phone call. Although this particular scam has been around for decades, it’s still very successful. Here’s what you need …
Read MoreScams are on the rise during the pandemic, as unscrupulous individuals take advantage of our fear and confusion. The most recent type of scam identified by the Federal Trade Commission involves fake contact tracing. Here’s how to keep yourself safe from the latest attempt to steal your personal information. What …
Read MoreThere’s nothing more annoying than receiving yet another unwanted call from an unknown number. From sales calls to scams and surveys, unwanted calls can be a major nuisance. Especially during an election year, it seems like these kinds of calls go into overdrive! Luckily, there are many ways to block …
Read MoreIf you’ve been scammed, you might be feeling an overwhelming sense of shame, anger, or confusion right now. You might not want to tell anyone that you’ve been duped, but the sooner you follow the steps outlined below, the better. Step One: Deal With the Financial Fallout Once you realize …
Read MoreWith the 2020 tax season upon us, scammers and fraudsters are out in full force. Individuals and groups all over the world are hard at work trying to steal millions of dollars from taxpayers and the U.S. government. With the exchange of so much private information and money, tax scammers …
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