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Crooks cashing in on tax season, experts say file your returns early | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
CLEVELAND — It’s hard to believe, but tax season is officially upon us. The IRS will begin processing returns starting the week of January 23rd. Cyber crooks are well aware and looking to cash in big time. Experts are warning criminals are actively looking to steal your most personal information…
BBB Column: Don’t get ‘petfished’ this holiday season | Business | #lovescams | #datingapps
If you are shopping online for a pet this holiday season, use caution. According to the latest update to the BBB Puppy Scam Study, the average dollar amount lost per victim is $850. And as consumers rely on the internet to find new pets, they will be met with a…
‘Catfish’ live in popular dating apps, according to BBB | #lovescams | #datingapps
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – Valentine’s Day is approaching and con artists are looking for quick cash in all of the right places. “Cyberspace is full of scammers eager to take advantage of lonely hearts,” says Dennis Horton, director of the Rockford Regional Office of the Better Business Bureau. “So, seeking…
BBB shares tips to avoid these twelve holiday scams | #lovescams | #datingapps
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of possible scams this holiday season. MICHIGAN, USA — With the holiday season in full swing, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers of possible scams designed to steal personal information and credit card numbers. The BBB shared tips on how to…
BBB warns of Facebook Messenger scams | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – The Better Business Bureau is warning of scammers who are taking advantage people on Facebook. BBB officials said scammers are impersonating Facebook friends and sending messages to users. The scam starts when the scammer allegedly sees your name on a list of people who are…
BBB says Facebook Marketplace scams are on the rise | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
MONROE, La. (KNOE) – The Better Business Bureau of Northeast Louisiana recently received a complaint about scammers on the Facebook Marketplace. Jo-Ann Deal with the BBB says it’s also important to be wary of peer-to-peer payment platforms and research them before using those apps. Deal says to consider it a…
BBB Warns of Facebook Dating Scams : Big Island Now | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
PC: BBB Better Business Bureau Northwest + Pacific sent out a warning social media users to watch out for the red flags of online romance scams following the launch of Facebook Dating on Sept. 5, 2019. Facebook officially rolled out its dating platform last week, which requires users to create…
BBB warning about open enrollment scams | #lovescams | #datingapps
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – While many people are looking to adjust or change insurance coverage soon, scammers are using this time to take your money or identity. Because open enrollment is approaching quickly, the Better Business Bureau Serving Central and South Alabama wants you to be prepared now to avoid…
Springfield woman loses more than $5,000 in online scam | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – A Springfield woman says a scammer wiped out her savings and warns you not to fall for it. Someone contacted her on Facebook, saying she won the “Sweepzilla Sweepstakes” and won $14.7 million. The scammer tried to form a relationship with the victim and claimed he…