Registration for the Do Not Call List began on June 27, 2003, and went into effect on October 1, 2003. As of January 1, 2005, telemarketers covered by the registry have a maximum of 31 days from the date the number is registered to stop calling the number. What is the National Do Not Call…
How to Identify and Avoid Holiday Scams
As the holiday season approaches, it’s important to be aware of the potential for scams. Every year, scammers create new and creative ways to target unsuspecting shoppers and take advantage of their financial information. While it’s easy to get wrapped up in the holiday spirit, it’s important to stay vigilant and protect yourself from fraud….
Be Aware of these Senior Scams and How to Avoid Them
Although it’s inconceivable that people would take advantage of the elderly, there is an increasing number of senior scams targeting this vulnerable population. Elderly people face all of the same scams as everyone else, but some scams disproportionately affect the older generations. Elder fraud is vastly underreported, according to a study by Comparitech. The study estimates…
All about Scams Targeting Teens and Young Adults
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…
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…
Robocall 101：Important Facts Everyone with a Phone Should Know
Hearing your phone ring in today’s environment might be disconcerting for some people. Many of you have come to expect some form of notification — usually a text message — to see if a phone call will be accepted. And if you think you’ve been getting trapped in receiving too many robocalls recently, you’re not…
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…
Unmasking the Mystery: How to Find Out Who’s Calling from a No Caller ID
Everyone has had this experience: they are going about their daily routine suddenly their phone starts to ring and a suspicious “No Caller ID” message comes on the screen. As you wonder who may be calling, you hesitate to answer. Is this a telemarketer calling as a joke or is it something more important? It’s…
Funny Ways to Answer Spam Calls
What are Spam Calls? Spam includes all forms of communication, including but not limited to unsolicited calls or messages, caller ID spoofing, robocalls, etc. Often, spam is directed to a large number of users for advertising, phishing, spreading malware, etc. Generally speaking, two types of scam calls are often used. The first type is called…