Day: May 10, 2021

How to Spot a Consumer Scam

Phone call from unknown number late at night. Scam, fraud or phishing with smartphone concept. Prank caller, scammer or stranger. Man answering to incoming call. Hoax person with fake identity.

A consumer scam is an unlawful and deceptive ploy designed to extract more money from victims than they owe. During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, creditors, debt collectors and scammers have been stepping their efforts at an unprecedented rate. In 2020, consumers reported losing $3.4 billion to fraud. Luckily, there are ways to stay […]