Scams targeting Baltimore-area home owners
Baltimore Sun
One type of scam sends homeowners a letter by U.S. mail that says the homeowner should have on hand an official copy of their home's deed. The company then offers to acquire and forward to the homeowner a copy of the deed — for $70 or more.

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AG warns of charity scams after tornado
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Madigan says scam artists often try to take advantage of people who want to help after a disaster. She's urging the public to do their research to ensure their donation will directly benefit victims. Organizations such as the Better Business Bureau ...

Some tips for avoiding Medicare scams
Tbo.com
Some tips for avoiding Medicare scams. Published: May 25, 2013. Medicare scammers are on the prowl. Beware: The scammer typically asks the victim to verify basic information, such as a phone number or an address, and then moves on to get them to ...

Con artist posing as a cop scams victims of $75000
The Seattle Times
“I thought it was legitimate, but I should have known I was being scammed when he promised to deputize me,” said the woman, who spoke to The Seattle Times on the condition of anonymity. “I'm embarrassed that I was so gullible.” Seattle police say she ...

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7Online.com
After our story aired, more people have come forward with their own horror ...
7Online.com
After our story aired, more people have come forward with their own horror stories. Latoya Buckley says she had no idea that the woman who allegedly scammed her out of a $1500 rent deposit was also running a green card scam. We recently confronted ...

Scams targeting military and their families
WMTV
It's a time to remember, to reflect, and to recognize those who fought for our freedom. But, Memorial Day is also a time when scammers target those who serve. "Some of the things that put a military family at risk is the unique way that their life kind ...

Immigration reform, scams among topics of Somerton meeting
Yuma Sun
Yuma County Interfaith, an organization made of various religious denominations, will hold a public meeting Sunday afternoon in Somerton to make area residents aware of the scams as well as to address the topic of immigration reform, Medicaid expansion ...

BBB says: Beware of scams aimed at military personnel
The Coloradoan
These scams, however, don't just happen at the end of May. For that reason, your BBB advises service members to be on the lookout for the following: • High-priced military loans. Advertisements for loans that promise a guarantee, instant approval or no ...
Holiday Scams Target Military, Veterans, Families, SupportersPatch.com (blog)
Memorial Day scams target older veteransTheNewsTribune.com
Financial education offered to military members and familiesAnchorage Daily News

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I-Team: Job scams target unemployed Rhode Islanders
Turn to 10
I-Team: Job scams target unemployed Rhode Islanders. Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:03:22 GMT. Looking for a job is hard enough, now the I-Team uncovers scams targeting the unemployed in Rhode Island. Looking for a job is ...

Beware of tornado charity scams
Anchorage Daily News
Anchorage, Alaska – May 24, 2013 – In the wake of the massive tornados that touched down in Oklahoma this week, Better Business Bureau and the Alaska Attorney General's Office are warning of opportunistic fraudsters. Cons follow the headlines and can ...

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Howard County Police warn elderly residents about financial scams
Baltimore Sun (blog)
If the person says you have to take the offer immediately or you will miss the opportunity, it is likely a scam. Never give out personal banking information, credit card numbers or social security numbers to someone who has called. If someone calls ...
Howard County Police Ask Older Residents, Families To Look Out For Financial ...CBS Local
Elderly man falls victim to $150K scamABC2 News

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FTC Warns of Charity Scams in Wake of Oklahoma Tornado
Motley Fool
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Federal Trade Commission is warning consumers who want to help the victims of this week's Oklahoma tornado that they need to be wary of scams and make sure that their donations are going to a reputable organization.
FTC Warns Consumers: Charity Scams Often Follow DisastersImperial Valley News

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ABC30.com
Overseas lotto scams prey on elderly
ABC30.com
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Cha and Marcia tell us how their mother has been repeatedly tricked into sending money to unknown sources because she thinks she will strike it rich. The sisters tell us how the fraudsters continuously manipulate their mother ...

Scams targeting Baltimore-area home owners
Baltimore Sun
One type of scam sends homeowners a letter by U.S. mail that says the homeowner should have on hand an official copy of their home's deed. The company then offers to acquire and forward to the homeowner a copy of the deed — for $70 or more.

Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Attacks Loan Modification Scams
Afro American
Such scams surged by nearly 60 percent last year, especially after the federal government launched programs aimed at helping homeowners who were in foreclosure or on the brink of foreclosure, according to the Housing Preservation Foundation.
How to Stop Foreclosure on Home: Foreclosure Stopping GuidelinesSBWire (press release)

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AARP News (blog)
Love: A $56 Million Ripoff
AARP News (blog)
Love don't cost a thing? Not according to the latest findings of the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. More than 10 percent of total financial losses in online scams reported last year — about $56 million out of the $525 million overall ...

New database aims to cut down on scams at churches
WECT-TV6
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – The Wilmington Police Department announced the creation of an online database Friday that aims to cut down on scams, according to a WPD spokesperson. The database, supported by Google Docs, allows for local churches to ...

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Wayne Police urge elderly to be alert for phone scams
NorthJersey.com
As part of the second scam, the victim receives an automated "Robocall" advising them of a deal for which they can receive a free medical alert system free of charge. As the phone call comes through it prompts them to press #1 if interested, at which ...

Free Airline Tickets: Scams, Rackets and Rip-offs
ABC News
Every industry falls victim to scams, rackets and rip-offs. Or plain old pipe dreams. Which reminds me of Powerball, which, isn't a rip-off since someone eventually comes up with the winning numbers but it probably won't be you or me (odds of winning ...

Microsoft warns of Xbox One scams
GameSpot
"Do not give them your information - it's a scam." Microsoft also warned gamers in March--before the Xbox One was announced--that all pages related to next-generation Xbox testing were fake. Gamers will be able to try out the Xbox One when it launches ...

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