There’s a sneaky scam going around lately that tries to fool customers of Amazon, Inc., the world’s largest marketplace. That probably includes you — so watch out!
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Better Beware – Tracking Local Scams
The Better Business Bureau’s “Scamtracker” has all kinds of info, easily searchable and sortable. Here are three local suckers who lost money within the last year.
Read More »Better Beware – COVID and Child Safety
Watch out for someone trying to sell you a COVID-19 vaccine, because if you have to pay, it isn’t real. Also, child safety kits are scamming local families. Listen now, to lean how to avoid these scammers and more.
Read More »Better Beware – Bucolic End-Products
The rumors and outright lies about the Covid-19 vaccines are getting completely insane, but they’re spreading like wildfire. Here’s a look at some of the weirdest, and a serious warning about believing or spreading them.
Read More »Better Beware – Rogues’ Gallery 1
Scammers go way back in history, and here’s a few of the most famous, with accounts of their swindles which are sometimes hard to believe!
Read More »Better Beware – Cybersecurity Song
Rachel Tobac created a little song about not re-using passwords. Here it is, with some extra information about how to stay safe with all the on-line accounts you have.
Read More »Better Beware – TAANSTAFL
People are getting things delivered that they never ordered — and it’s a scam. Unscrupulous sellers are padding their sales figures and posting fake reviews online. But There Ain’t No Such Thing As A Free Lunch!
Read More »Better Beware – Triple Ripple
Three current scams are flourishing while everyone is distracted by current events. Here’s a heads-up on what’s going around right now, and some good reasons to stay home and stay safe.
Read More »Better Beware – Good News, Bad Scams
Scammers are already trying to rip people off with fake charges for receiving Covid-19 vaccinations, or getting your next Stimulus Check. Here’s how to protect yourself from these scams.
Read More »Better Beware – Gold Brick Scams
GOLD! It has probably cause more trouble in human history than any other element, except maybe carbon. It’s the bate for another of the basic types of confidents tricks that are always being dressed up in modern clothing. Gold scams are buying something for more than it is worth.
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