It is always important to be cautious and protect yourself from scams. While it is not necessary to constantly worry about being scammed, it is wise to be aware of the potential for scams and take steps to protect yourself. This can include being careful about giving out personal information, avoiding deals that seem too …
Worrying about being scammed by a debt relief provider is a real fear. But what is a scam? That question is surprisingly more challenging than you might imagine. In this podcast, Damon Day and I discuss why calling any debt rescue company a scam is so tricky. For example, if a company provides you with …
I got one of those hated robocalls. This one was from the Visa and Mastercard department, letting me know they could eliminate my debt under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I thought I’d play along. Go on. “You need to take advantage of this special limited offer for the government to eliminate your debt,” said …
I just received an email claiming to be from Geek Squad. The first reaction nearly everyone will have to an email like this is bewilderment. My heart also jumped a beat, and I’m used to fielding scams for others. But that panic only lasted a second. Once I looked at who sent the email to …
Question: Dear Steve, I don’t believe this is a relative of mine. I think this is a SCAM. Patrick Answer: Dear Patrick, It is a scam. Recently you sent me a question about a payday loan collection attempt that was also a scam. Clearly, you’ve made a list of targets to try and scam. A …
A paper published in the Harvard Journal on Legislation presents some interesting data that will test your beliefs and assumptions regarding fraud and scams. James Toomey wrote The Age of Fraud, in which the data is educational and surprising. Toomey presents a common belief that people over 65 are more targeted for fraud and scams …
A frequent question I get is from people upset with the performance of some company they hired to help them. When they reach out to me for answers, they are pissed off and angry. That is understandable. There is a healthy and helpful way to resolve such company complaints without raising your blood pressure or …
Today we need to have an honest discussion about the most significant growing scam category. Once you finish learning about it in this podcast, you will have to help spread the word to friends, family, and people you know. Don’t let them become a victim. Although cryptocurrency has yet to become a mainstream payment method, …
American National Bank and Trust Company has reported that counterfeit cashier’s checks using the bank’s routing number of 051401027 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with various internet scams involving mystery shopping and job opportunities. There are at least three known variations of counterfeit items in circulation; coloration is unknown. Variation #1 – …
If you receive an email regarding a NORTON 360 LIFE renewal, it is a scam. Do not call the number in the email. It appears designed to get suckers to call and then the person on the phone will attempt to get personal information from you. There are a number of red flags in the …