Category: Telephone Scams
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Social Security Number Suspension
I have heard of this ridiculous scam before but this is the first time I have had any experience with it. This is the transcript of the voicemail message I received today: This call is to inform you about a suspension notice we have received against your social security number by the federal crime and…
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‘Grandparent’ Scammers Up Their Game
The “Grandparent” scheme has been around for a while now, but according to the Better Business Bureau, the scam has been given a makeover and unfortunately, it’s one that’s likely to make it more effective. The Grandparent scam involves a scammer calling someone and claiming that they are their granddaughter or grandson. The scammer says…