Scam Watchdog

Scam Watchdog

A place to put all of your alleged scam warnings and make others aware of them.

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Source: http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fdic_scam.html Scam Characteristics: The FDIC is an independent government organization that helps maintain stability in the banking system by regulating thousands of banks around the nation. They also aid consumer confidence by insuring deposits made at FDIC-backed banks and proving access to funds in case a bank fails. Recent activity suggests that criminals are taking advantage of tough economic times and preying on individuals who have their money with an FDIC-insured institution. Thieves are sending emails with one of the follow subject lines: •"Check Your Bank Deposit Insurance Coverage" •"You Need to Check your Bank Deposit Insurance Coverage" The message tells recipients that ... Read Full Story
Written by Bytemi on
One of my very first articles on this blog was about rebate processing and that was two years ago. I have been seeing an increase in the number of e-mails that I am receiving about rebate processing so I thought a reminder post would help people who are interested in this type of work at home: It sounds like a great deal doesn't it, you can process rebates at home and earn $15.00 for each one that you complete. I thought it sounded good. I searched the Internet, I didn't see anything negative and I invested! Then I found out what rebate processing really ... Read Full Story
Written by myundiary on
As the holiday day approaches and the economy worsen, more con artists are working around the clock to get to your hard-earned money. I decided to write this post because a close friend of mind fell for a scam. Therefore, I have listed a few top holiday scams to watch out for. Please tell a friend. 1. NAMING A STAR - Some people may think that the best way to show someone the symbol of Christmas and how much they love someone is by giving them their very own star . I have always had a problem with these types of companies. It made ... Read Full Story
Written by Bytemi on
I personally believe that the internet has opened a door for stay at home Moms who what to work out of their home or people that no longer want to fight traffic to go into the office. However, when this door opened for the honest hard working people, another door opened for the con artist. It is important that you research any potential work at home job or business opportunity before jumping in with both feet. Is the company on file with the Better Business Bureau? Have you Googled the company name to see what other people are saying about the company? These are ... Read Full Story
Written by stewartkolbe376 on
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CR Newswire (press release)California launches probe into scam targeting churchesLos Angeles TimesJerry Brown said Friday that he is investigating an alleged scam that forced more than 30 African American churches in Southern California to pay thousands ...Calif. launches probe into scam targeting churchesThe Associated PressComputer scam hits African-American churchesabc7.comCalifornia attorney general investigates scam targeting black...  
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Air AmericaSchumer wants probe of frequent flier mile claimsThe Associated Press"When a consumer accumulates valuable frequent flier miles, they should not have to constantly worry that they are going to expire with little or no ...Airlines Hit Flyers With New Regulations On MilesWCBS-TV New YorkSchumer Cracking Down on Airline CompaniesFOX 40 News WICZ TVSchumer Calls For Probe of Frequent Flier MilesWBNG-TVNewsday (subscription)all 140 news...  
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Asheville-Buncombe Meals on Wheels warns of scamAsheville Citizen-TimesOfficials at Meals On Wheels of Asheville-Buncombe County say someone is using the nonprofit agency's name in a holiday scam to solicit money over the ...Local Subaru Dealership to 'Share the Love' this Holiday SeasonStaugnewsall 103 news articles »  
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Examiner.comCutting holiday tips seen as chance to really say thank youReutersA survey by Consumer Reports found 26 percent of 1900 Americans who usually tip or give a gift planned to spend less this holiday than last year. ...Tight budgets might limit holiday tipsHouston Chronicleall 20 news articles »  
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Washington PostObama faces bruising battle with his own party after Democrats narrowly avoid ...Daily MailPresident Obama is facing a bruising battle with moderates in his own party after the Democrats narrowly avoided a humiliating setback in ...mccain warns of Medicare cuts, tax increasesBizjournals.comHealth care bill would cost plentyThe Desert SunHealth Haggling Heats UpWall Street JournalBusiness Insuranceall 8,671 news articles »  
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New Zealand Consumer Confidence Fell in NovemberBloomberg23 (Bloomberg) -- New Zealand consumer confidence declined for the first time in five months in November, hampering the economy's recovery from a recession. ...FinancialNew Zealand's ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Falls In NovemberForexTV.comNZ consumer confidence eases in November -surveyInteractive InvestorConsumer confidence slips pre-ChristmasScoop.co.nz (press release)all 8 news...  
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Globe and MailColts out to avoid letdown vs. RavensFort Wayne Journal GazetteChances are people were still around the water cooler at work Friday, discussing the Colts' dramatic 35-34 victory last Sunday over their rivals, ...Ravens Try To Avoid Becoming Another Colts VictimKTVU.comBrackett's interception helps Colts avoid upsetIndianapolis Starall 737 news articles »  
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