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IRS Refund Scam Targets Colleges
IRS Refund Scam Targets CollegesPosted: 4/12/2021

College students, faculty, and staff are receiving emails to their “.edu” email addresses, claiming to have “tax refund payment” information. Beware, it’s a scam..... Read more

Tags: scamsidentity theftIRS
Don’t Pay to Suspend Student Loan Payments
Don’t Pay to Suspend Student Loan PaymentsPosted: 3/30/2021

To assist borrowers during the COVID pandemic, federally held student loan interest and monthly payments have been suspended through September 30, 2021. Scammers have been taking advantage of the reli.... Read more

Tags: scamsstudent loanstudent loan scam
Loan Scam Targets Small Businesses
Loan Scam Targets Small BusinessesPosted: 2/11/2021

Small businesses are oftentimes caught in the crosshairs of scammers. .... Read more

Tags: scamssmall business loans
Kim’s Catch:  American Printing Company
Kim’s Catch: American Printing CompanyPosted: 2/10/2021

Some upset job seekers are looking for refunds after accepting a business opportunity offered by scammers, American Printing Company. .... Read more

Tags: Kim's Catchscamswork at home jobs
Shut Down Utility Disconnection Scams
Shut Down Utility Disconnection ScamsPosted: 1/22/2021

Con artists are calling, pretending to be from a utility company, threatening to shut off utilities unless the customer pays them by gift card or wire transfer. And they’re not just targeting househol.... Read more

Tags: scamsutilitiesUtility services
3 Ways To Spot COVID-19 Vaccine Scam
3 Ways To Spot COVID-19 Vaccine ScamPosted: 12/28/2020

3 ways to spot a COVID vaccine scam..... Read more

Tags: scamsCOVID-19
Kim’s Catch:  Cash App Support Scams
Kim’s Catch: Cash App Support ScamsPosted: 12/15/2020

Phony customer service representatives have fooled many Cash App customers in need of assistance. Sadly, many never recover the money lost to the scams. Business Consumer Alliance has received several.... Read more

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Scam Watch:  Global Digital Solutions, LLC
Scam Watch: Global Digital Solutions, LLCPosted: 11/18/2020

Business Consumer Alliance urges consumers to be aware of a DMV scam operation being perpetrated by Global Digital Solutions, LLC. They operate multiple websites offering to streamline Department of M.... Read more

Tags: scamsidentity theftDepartment of Motor Vehicles
Scam Watch:  Has Pruvia Resurfaced as ShinyBite?
Scam Watch: Has Pruvia Resurfaced as ShinyBite?Posted: 10/12/2020

If you’re one of the many upset customers who purchased snap-on veneers from F-rated Pruvia, we’ve got news that they’ve resurfaced as ShinyBite. Business Consumer Alliance has received several compla.... Read more

Tags: scams
Free Merchandise? What You Should Know About Brushing Scams
Free Merchandise? What You Should Know About Brushing ScamsPosted: 8/27/2020

Unexpected packages have been popping up on doorsteps puzzling many who had no idea they were receiving a delivery. That unsolicited gift is more than likely part of what is called a “brushing” scam. .... Read more

Tags: scamsonline retailere-commerce
Kim’s Catch: Starting Your Own Online Business
Kim’s Catch: Starting Your Own Online BusinessPosted: 8/6/2020

Online ads, emails, text messages, and calls offering opportunities to start your own online business with minimal effort and promises of high earnings are attractive. Unfortunately, most of these job.... Read more

Tags: Kim's Catchwork at home jobsscams
Protecting Our Elderly from Financial Exploitation
Protecting Our Elderly from Financial ExploitationPosted: 7/15/2020

It’s important to recognize the warning signs of elder financial abuse and protect our seniors. Here are some helpful resources and information to guide you..... Read more

Tags: seniorsElder Abuseelder carescams
Small Business Funding: What to Lookout For
Small Business Funding: What to Lookout ForPosted: 6/26/2020

If you are looking for financing, Business Consumer Alliance is here with tips that will help you steer clear of scammers and find the assistance your company seeks..... Read more

Tags: scamssmall business loans
Kim’s Catch: Metals.com Investments Melts Seniors Dreams
Kim’s Catch: Metals.com Investments Melts Seniors DreamsPosted: 6/9/2020

Promises of high returns, covered fees, and little or no mention of the risk involved in investing led many seniors to trust Metals.com as their precious metals broker. For several of the investors, t.... Read more

Tags: scamsKim's Catchprecious metals investments
Stop Coronavirus Stimulus Relief Scams
Stop Coronavirus Stimulus Relief ScamsPosted: 4/27/2020

Scammers have already started reaching out to individuals through calls, text messages, emails, and private messages trying to steal money and/or personal information. Check out some important informa.... Read more

Tags: scamsInternal Revenue Department - ScamIRS
Think Before You Click That Link
Think Before You Click That LinkPosted: 2/26/2020

Scammers often use fake text messages to trick you into giving them personal information. They use the information to commit fraud and often sell it to other scammers. Most recently, scammers are usin.... Read more

Tags: scamstextingshipping servicesdelivery services
Don’t Let Coronavirus Scammers Prey on Your Fears
Don’t Let Coronavirus Scammers Prey on Your FearsPosted: 2/21/2020

While the Coronavirus has got many talking, scammers are looking to cash in on the fear surrounding the outbreak. They’ve been quick to set up phony websites and send fake emails, texts, and social me.... Read more

Tags: scamsfraudCOVID-19Coronavirus
Scam Watch:  2020 Census Scams
Scam Watch: 2020 Census ScamsPosted: 1/28/2020

On April 1, 2020, the 24th U.S. Census will begin and the Census Bureau is currently recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary positions. Individuals across the country are being selected .... Read more

Tags: scamscensus bureauUS Census
Kim’s Catch:  Watch for Open Enrollment Scams
Kim’s Catch: Watch for Open Enrollment ScamsPosted: 11/20/2019

Open enrollment season is upon us and the scammers are in full force. Some common versions of the scam include so-called Medicare representatives calling or emailing and threatening to suspend benefit.... Read more

Tags: scamsKim's CatchMedicareseniors
Don’t Get Tricked Into Treating Crooks
Don’t Get Tricked Into Treating CrooksPosted: 10/31/2019

Halloween can be such a fun time to dress up and celebrate what is a favorite holiday for many. Face it, it’s not every day when can you throw on a wig, a unique costume, and maybe even some spooky le.... Read more

Tags: scamsonline shoppingreviews
BCA Scam Alert: Scammers Lure Victims with Google Calendar Invites
BCA Scam Alert: Scammers Lure Victims with Google Calendar InvitesPosted: 10/8/2019

Scammers know no limits to the methods they’ll use to scam consumers. Be on the watch for a trending scam where fraudsters are contacting potential victims through their Google Calendar invites..... Read more

Tags: scamsemails
ShopSkyer Swindles Customers in Electric Scooter Scam
ShopSkyer Swindles Customers in Electric Scooter ScamPosted: 9/5/2019

If you spend any time online or on social media you’ve no doubt run into a few eye-catching ads. The Internet is full of offers and deals that appeal to not just your wants but needs. The problem is m.... Read more

Tags: scamsseniorssocial media
Small Businesses- Watch for Web Design Scams
Small Businesses- Watch for Web Design ScamsPosted: 7/26/2019

No matter what type of business you operate, having a website is a great way to promote your brand, provide clients with some insight on your profession and generate business. Whether you’re looking .... Read more

Tags: scamsweb designsmall business
Kim’s Catch:  DailyHemps Online Scam
Kim’s Catch: DailyHemps Online ScamPosted: 7/24/2019

The legalization of recreational and medical cannabis in certain states has caused a boom in the cannabis industry. With CBD and cannabis products gaining more popularity, scammers are looking to cash.... Read more

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Don
Don't Get Burned At the PumpPosted: 8/21/2018

Scam Alert! Consumers should watch out for illegal card readers aka skimmers at the pump. Criminals can steal your card data to make unauthorized purchases..... Read more

Tags: scamsconsumer tips
Free Swimsuit Offer Leaves Shoppers High and Dry
Free Swimsuit Offer Leaves Shoppers High and DryPosted: 8/17/2018

In an age where social media is a vast platform to reach all kinds of users, many boutique businesses are using Instagram and Facebook to advertise their goods. Unfortunately, many scammers and dishon.... Read more

Tags: scams
Avoid Vacation Rental Scams - Infographic
Avoid Vacation Rental Scams - InfographicPosted: 7/23/2018

Nothing puts a damper on a vacation like being scammed. Scammers steal photos and listing information from legitimate vacation rental companies to con renters into paying them. Then they disappear. He.... Read more

Tags: Vacation rentalsscams
Watch Out for Crafty Unclaimed Funds Scheme
Watch Out for Crafty Unclaimed Funds SchemePosted: 6/15/2018

Business Consumer Alliance wants to warn consumers about an unclaimed money scam that has bilked some consumers out of thousands of dollars..... Read more

Tags: scamsgovernment agenciesunclaimed propertyunclaimed funds
You Can’t Always Trust Your “Friends”
You Can’t Always Trust Your “Friends”Posted: 6/12/2018

Being online is customary for many in today’s society. It’s not uncommon for one to check their Facebook or Twitter feed frequently, share interesting stories and life details, or engage with others o.... Read more

Tags: social network sitescamsinternet
Dating Disasters: Online Romance Scams
Dating Disasters: Online Romance ScamsPosted: 2/13/2018

Dating options have come a long way. With so many dating apps, matchmaking websites, and social media, there are more ways than ever to connect with people. Unfortunately, some of those