The Federal Trade Commission issues a warning about fraudulent callers claiming to be with the IRS. Thousands have lost money to these schemes but there are simple ways to protect yourself and report the crooks. The FTC offers these details: This time of year is often taxing for...
There are easy ways to spot, and protect yourself, from this one. The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) offers this information: The Internet Crime Complaint Center continues to receive reports of telephone scams involving calls that claim their “relative” is in a legal or financial...
The Better Business Bureau reports scammers are taking advantage of winter weather by impersonating electric and gas company representatives; even threatening residents and business owners with deactivation of service unless they pay up immediately. The BBB shares this information so you can protect yourself: How the Scam...
The Federal Trade Commission, FTC, announces help for homeowners hurt by sham mortgage relief company. The FTC shares this information and resources for homeowners: A homeowner who’s worried about foreclosure or desperate to refinance might listen to a caller who promises to help. Unfortunately, not all cold-calling...