I recently received a call from an unknown number in Sulphur Springs, TX. Because I didn’t know the number, I did not do as the caller suggested and "press 1 for customer service." It was a good decision on my part because the call was part of the iPhone 16 Pro Scam.The voice on the message sounded very real, not robotic at all, and there was noticeable background noise, … [Read more...] about Press 1 for Customer Service – the latest Apple iPhone Scam
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Task Scams Are a Growing Problem
You’re checking your messages and you get a friendly note: Want to earn money online? All you need to do is complete a few simple tasks—maybe rate a product, click a button here or there, or help “optimize” a new app. Sounds harmless, right? But, just like that, you’ve stepped onto the slippery slope of a task scam. What is a task scam? It's a digital con that targets innocent … [Read more...] about Task Scams Are a Growing Problem
Medical Insurance Scams Are On the Rise — Are You Ready?
Health insurance. It’s not exactly the most thrilling topic in the world, but it’s definitely one of the most important. With healthcare costs climbing, safety nets under threat, and scammers prowling like sharks on the hunt, protecting yourself from medical insurance scams is critical. And yes, schemes like these are skyrocketing, targeting you, me, and those who are the most … [Read more...] about Medical Insurance Scams Are On the Rise — Are You Ready?
The Walmart Check Scam — Ten Years and Counting
Scammers never rest. And if there’s one thing they love, it’s a scheme that sounds too good to be true. Enter the Walmart check scam. I first covered this classic con in 2015. Now, ten years later, scammers are bringing their A-game with updated tricks and tactics. Here’s how you can spot it, avoid it, and keep your hard-earned money safe.How Did the Walmart Check Scam Work … [Read more...] about The Walmart Check Scam — Ten Years and Counting
Los Angeles Fires Lead to Scam Risk
The aftermath of a disaster is overwhelming. Whether you're a homeowner trying to rebuild, a renter who's been displaced by fire, or someone looking to lend a helping hand through donations, it's a difficult time. Unfortunately, it's also prime time for scammers to strike. These fraudsters prey on vulnerabilities after disasters like the Los Angeles fires to launch a … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Fires Lead to Scam Risk