Phone scams have only become more sophisticated over time, with new technologies and the relative lack of regulatory protection of cell phone numbers compared to landlines.
Scam phone numbers are one of the most common forms, as scam operations will use spoofing technology to generate a false phone number that you might trust, as opposed to a phone number you definitely won’t.
Senior phone scams are prevalent, targeting elders with tempting benefits in exchange for personal information. Luckily, you can now stop robocalls easily – see HERE how.
Phone scams involving the IRS and tax refunds are also common. Anyone calling from the IRS is not from the IRS; they only send letters.
Robocalling and many other phone scams are out there. Learn about what they are and how they operate below.
Bluetooth Interception: How It Works Here is a scam that’s happening right now. Educate yourself and share this with your friends so nobody else gets victimized. Bluetooth technology (exchanging data over short distances) has allowed us to literally be connected to our cell phones 24 hours a day without interrupting our other activities. Hands free devices … Bluetooth Interception Read More »
Do Not Call Registry Scam: How It Works The National Do Not Call Registry has been a great tool for stopping telemarketers in the United States, Canada, or Australia. In the United Kingdom it’s called TPS (Telephone Preference Service) and is also free. In this article you’ll find how the scam works, how to avoid … Fake Do Not Call Registry Read More »
How the scam works: Keeping yourself safe from scams takes a lot of vigilance and involves educating yourself. It can be difficult though when scammers take on the persona of one who is trying to help you prevent being taken in by a scam. A scam that has been circulating recently is the perfect example … Fraud Protection Agency Call Scam Read More »
How the scam works: Banking fees are a bane of everyone’s existence, and it seems like they go up every other day. Therefore if one were to get a phone call advising that a refund was being processed for bank fees that were accidentally overcharged, the surprised recipient would probably be ecstatic. Unfortunately for some … Bankers’ Association Refund Read More »
Property Watch Offer Scam: How It Works Many communities and neighbourhoods have implemented property watch programs to help keep homeowners’ properties safe while they are away on trips. These programs are a great benefit to residents as officers will keep an eye on their property while they’re gone. However, scammers are attempting to use these … Property Watch Offer Read More »
TV Channels Upgrade Scam: How It Works (with video below) The scam happening this week involves the name of the well-known US broadcast satellite service provider DirecTV, but be careful as scammers could use the name of any popular network in your region, whether that’s Canada, UK, or Australia. Other brands mentioned could be DISH, Comcast, … TV Channels Upgrade Read More »
Sheriff’s Office Call Scam: How It Works (with video below) We all want to be good citizens and sometimes just want to contribute to the well-being of our neighborhood. However, beware of local calls claiming to be from your county’s office, in an attempt to bilk you out of your hard-earned money. How does the scam … Call from Sheriff’s Office Read More »
Copy Machine Supplier Scam: How It Works As any office worker knows, getting phone calls about the state of your office equipment is all in a days’ work. However, there is one call to look out for; accepting their “free” offer could prove to be quite costly for your company, and your boss might not … Copy Machine Call Read More »
How the scam works: Scams involving bilking the elderly out of their hard-earned savings are especially heinous. Many elderly victims live alone, are often lonely and welcome telephone calls; however, when a scammer is on the other end of the line, nothing but trouble is on the horizon. The Sell Your Shares Scam involves crooks … Shares vs Carbon Credits Read More »
Beware of Malware Attacks on Your Android Phone (with video below) FBI recently issued an alert regarding malware attacks on the Android operating system. Users are receiving emails about random topics, from “unread messages” and “cat food coupons” to “work-at-home opportunities that promise a profitable payday just for sending out email” to “business electricity rates”. … Malware on Android Phones Read More »
Utilities Bill Payment Scam: How It Works (with video below) This scam is spreading very fast since it’s perpetrated through automated phone calls to thousands of random numbers at once. As the utilities in our homes become more expensive every year, it would be helpful to have federal assistance or programs in place to alleviate … Utility Bills Paid by Federal Assistance Read More »
How The Scam Works: (with video below) Beware of the Compromised Credit Card scam happening these days, also known as the Courier Pick-up Scam. Using caller ID spoofing, which makes a call display show whatever name they want as the caller, criminals phone various households and pretend to be from local banks or credit unions. … Courier Pick Up Scam Read More »
How the scam works: Scammers call households pretending to be IRS (Internal Revenue Service in US) employees conducting telephone surveys. Alternatively, they may use a flyer, an e-mail, a text message or even a tweet to make contact with the victims. All they need first is to gain trust, sometimes using some information they may already … IRS Call Survey Read More »
How the scam works: (with video below) Many iPhone users have reported receiving a text message or a pop-up on the screens that states Apple needs 1,000 testers for text messages on the new iPhone 6. Those interested are required to go to a website provided, to register for a panel. Just like during any … iPhone 6 Tester Scam Read More »
Beware of fake Veterans Outreach Center representatives, calling at dinner time and asking for donations. Here is how the scam works:
How the scam works: Scammers call you posing as legitimate workers offering a rebate for their services, in exchange for personal information including account numbers and a social security number to start. Such scams include offers for plumbing, electricity, and water/air purifiers. How to avoid: Tell the caller you appreciate the offer and say you’ll … Utilities Fake Rebates Read More »
How the scam works: Using the Yellow Pages’ logo and a fake registration form, scammers are trying to sell fake ads in the trusted publication. First, they approach all the businesses by phone, and whoever might be interested will receive a follow-up email with the form and some great deals. The crooks take the client’s … Yellow Pages/411CanPages Read More »
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