As the Better Business Bureau recently warned, scam artists, are gearing up for the Presidential election season. So what pitfalls do consumers face during the final stretch of campaigning, on computers and on the phone? Recently, we’ve seen examples of phony phone calls, and phony websites seeking donations, and there may be more to come. Here are…
Category : Scam Avoiding Tips

Recognize and Avoid Student Loan Forgiveness Scam in Seconds
Since the release of President Biden’s announcement about the Student Debt Relief Plan, scammers have been active as well. To protect from being scammed with the name “Student Loan Forgiveness”, it’s quite necessary to recognize and avoid such scams. Scam Alert! What is a Student Loan Forgiveness Scam Like? Knowing what exactly student loan forgiveness…

How to Identify and Avoid Amazon Fraud Scam Calls
It’s no secret that fraudsters are constantly coming up with new ways to scam people out of their money. Recently, Amazon customers have been targeted by fraudsters posing as Amazon representatives who try to get them to give up personal information or even pay for services they don’t need. In this blog post, we will…

How to Recognize & Stop Car Extended Warranty Scam Calls
If you own a vehicle and a phone, you may get a call from a scammer posing as a representative of a car dealer, manufacturer, or insurance company to tell you your car warranty or insurance is about to expire. The call will include some sort of promotion to update your warranty or policy. During…

How to Identify and Avoid a Package Delivery Scam
It’s quite normal to receive a package delivery every day. Unfortunately, your package delivery may be abused by scammers to steal your personal information or money. That’s why the article below is here. It’s of great necessity to identify a package delivery scam and avoid it smartly. Why a Package Delivery Scam? Undoubtedly, scammers are…

How to Smartly Block Group Text Scam
Group text scams are on the rise, and if you’re not careful, you could be the next victim. The scammers send out fake messages, usually impersonating a legitimate service or company, with a link to a malicious website that can steal your personal information or install malware on your phone. Fortunately, there are steps you…

How to Identify and Avoid FTC Imposter Scams
FTC imposter scams involve someone pretending to be a representative from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in order to gain access to personal information or to trick people into giving money. In these scams, the fraudster will usually contact victims by phone, email, or through social media and pose as an FTC agent in order…

How to Identify a ‘Pig Butchering’ Scam?
You should never think “pig butchering” scams are so far from you. The name of such a scam comes from the Chinese and millions of billions of money will possibly be lost if you’re not cautious enough. Here are some tips for identifying a pig butchering scam. What is Pig Butchering Scam and How does…

Identify in 5 Seconds – Top 11 Red Flags of Scam Text Messages
Nowadays, our phones have become an extension of ourselves, but amidst the messages from friends, family, and colleagues lie an increasing number of malicious texts: spam. In 2023 alone, a staggering 415 million spam texts are sent daily across the world. Americans received 225 billion spam texts in 2022, which was a 157% increase year-over-year….
How to Scare a Scammer Online: Strategies to Outsmart Fraudsters
Online scammers are an unfortunate reality of the digital age. They prey on unsuspecting individuals, attempting to steal personal information, money, or both. While it is crucial to remain vigilant and protect oneself from scams, some people find it intriguing to turn the tables on scammers and give them a taste of their own medicine….