Oh My, This Scam Will Spread Like Wildfire!

Oh, no, I just read this article and realized that this scam is going to spread like wildfire! http://www.hometownsource.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=11852:latest-phishing-scam-hooks-businesses-customers&catid=1:latest

It's slightly more complicated for the scammer, but it looks like it will be a very lucrative scam for the ID thieves who are targeting car dealerships and their customers.

Once more, if ANYONE calls you, asking for your credit card numbers, bank information, Social Security number or any other personal or financial information, DON'T fall for the BULL DROPPINGS!

The bank has your information, they don't need you to "verify" a darn thing. If it's a store or other retail/Internet source, tell them you have to look it up and call them back. DO NOT use the number they gave you. Either walk in to the store and ask to speak to the manager or look up the correct number and call your credit card directly.

You really, really can't be too careful, the scammers are getting more and more creative every day!

Top Ten Scams

My friends, the State of Virginia has kindly provided the top ten scams that are out there right now. http://www.oag.state.va.us/CONSUMER/Top_10.html

The Top Ten:

1. Federal Grant Scams
2. Telemarketing
3. Foreign Lottery
4. Identity Theft
5. Sweepstakes
6. Advance Fee/Nigerian Letters
7. Medicare Scams
8. Phishing
9. Online Shopping
10. Home Improvement Fraud

In the New Year, as always, don't fall for BULL DROPPINGS, be an alert and aware consumer.

When in doubt, check it out. And if it seems too good to be true...