Teens have grown up with computers and smartphones. So it’s no surprise that they are tech and Internet savvy, giving them confidence online. They also tend to be inexperienced and more trusting than most age groups when it comes to interacting with others. This combination can make young people vulnerable to scam artists, especially in an…
Category : Scam Alerts
How to Identify and Avoid Grandparent Scams
As our population ages, so does the rate of grandparent scams. This type of scam preys on the elderly and their families, often resulting in significant financial losses. Unfortunately, it can be hard to recognize a grandparent scam until it is too late. In this blog, we will discuss how to identify and avoid grandparent…
How to Identify and Avoid Social Security Scams
Social Security scams are on the rise and they can be incredibly damaging if you fall victim to one. Scammers are getting smarter and more sophisticated, so it’s important to be vigilant and know how to protect yourself. In this blog, we’ll explore the different types of Social Security scams, provide tips to help you…
How to Completely Block Telemarketers
Telemarketing calls: the incessant interruptions that punctuate our daily lives. For many of us, these unwelcome intrusions have become a persistent nuisance. Did you know that on average, Americans are bombarded with a staggering 148 million telemarketing calls every single day? It’s no wonder that a whopping 92% of consumers find these calls annoying, feeling…
Central Lincoln Fraud Calls and Simple Tips to Avoid
Recently, the Central Lincoln PUD official released a Facebook post about fraud call alerts indicating that some call scammers claiming to be with their “utility company” cheat users out of their money. Moreover, it also warns users to not provide personal information via phone unless it’s been 100% verified. How to Verify a Central Lincoln…
How to Identify and Avoid Advance Fee Scams
Every day, scammers are looking for new ways to take advantage of unsuspecting victims. Unfortunately, some of the most common scams involve advanced fee scams, which require a victim to pay a fee upfront in order to receive money or services. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to identify and avoid advanced fee scammers….
Put a Stop to Smishing Scams – Learn to Spot Dodgy Texts and Protect Yourself with OpenAI!
Before further digging into smishing scams, a small quiz can be done to self-test whether you’re scam-wise. Imagine a situation: You receive a text message on your smartphone, saying as below: “USPS: the arranged delivery for the shipment 1z26054 has been changed. Please confirm here: w7fzc.info/fU1JAWimUB” That reminds you that you’ve just bought a dress…
How to Identify and Avoid Imposter Scams
Imposter scams are unfortunately becoming increasingly common, with scammers posing as government agencies, businesses, or even family and friends in order to steal your personal information or money. It can be hard to spot these scams and even harder to protect yourself from them. In this blog, we’ll be discussing the different types of imposter…
A Complete Guide to Identifying PNM Scammers and Avoiding Them
PNM scam calls usually take place in New Mexico when huge electricity is used like in summer during which air conditioning is drastically needed. Scammers that pretend to be employees from PNM always seduce you to pay for fake electricity bills with a warning that your electricity will be disconnected if you refuse to do…
How to Spot and Avoid Tech Support Scam
No one wants to be the victim of a tech support scam. Unfortunately, these scams are becoming increasingly common. Knowing how to spot and avoid tech support scams can help you protect yourself from becoming a victim. Here we are going to discuss the telltale signs of a tech support scam and provide practical tips…