Apr 28, 2020

Pet buyers are being told they have to pay extra for a crate or insurance to have a pet shipped due to the coronavirus.  Learn how to avoid the puppy scam in this episode from BBB of the Tri-Counties.  To report or investigate scams in your area, visit Scam Tracker.  You can also call the BBB of the Tri-Counties...

Apr 20, 2020

While social distancing is vital, it may be helping scammers.  Learn how crooks are taking advantage of the situation in this episode of Your Moment of Trust.  To report or research scams, visit Scam Tracker.  Or, call Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties at...

Apr 14, 2020

Rick Copelan, President and CEO of Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties, warns listeners about scams offering phony pre-approved loans.  He reminds us that scam artists create a sense of urgency because they want you to act before you have a chance to check out their offer and come to your senses.  To report or...

Apr 13, 2020

With the current Coronavirus pandemic, scammers are constantly changing their tactics to catch people off guard.  These tips to avoid being scammed come from Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties.  Call them at 805-963-8657.  To report or investigate scams, go to Scam...

Apr 5, 2020

Many companies are quickly making arrangements for employees to work from home and others are fast tracking policies to meet the requirements of shelter-in-place orders issued by state officials.  These actions are making it an even higher risk of people being targeted by scammers, especially through phishing emails or...