Tax season is here and the criminals are at it again. SC Department of Consumer Affairs has provided a wonderful “Spotlight” page that outlines things to consider when dealing with IRS related matters. Read below and “SHARE” this article to protect yourself as well as friends and family… Click Here to read the “Spot […]
Category: Scam Alert
Flood and Disaster Scam Brochure
Thanks to our friends at the SC Dept of Consumer Affairs for sharing this great information. Lots of useful info packed into this brochure! Please share with anyone you know that may have been affected by the recent flooding here in SC. Click on the link below to view the brochure… FLOOD AND DISASTER SCAM […]
Flood Scams Update
As promised, Shred360 continues to bring you the latest news on current flood scams, known scammers, and what you need to continue to do to protect yourself following the recent flooding throughout South Carolina. If you, or anyone you know, has been impacted by the recent flooding, you MUST read and share this information […]
Scams Are Now Here!
Shred360 has just been made aware that the Scams Are Now Here! From our friends at the SC Conference of the United Methodist Church: WARNING: A scam email is going around from someone claiming to be Bishop Holston requesting funds for flood relief. Be aware that the Bishop’s office will not send out emails requesting […]
First the Floods…Then the Scammers…
When tornados, floods, hurricanes and other natural disasters hit, the scammers are usually quick to follow. Waiting to target people when they’re most vulnerable, these con artists take advantage of people’s helplessness, trust, and generosity. Now that the worst case scenario has come true throughout much of South Carolina, make sure you’re on the lookout […]
Beware These Email Scams!
Have a Google or Gmail account? Watch out for scam emails posing as messages from Google. They may look like official notices about your account, but they carry malware. The same will apply to Hotmail, Yahoo, and other email users also. How the Scam Works: You receive an email that appears to be a message […]
Phone Scam Alert
Phone Scam Alert! Have you ever answered the phone to find that the other end was silent? BE AWARE of this phone scam! These calls are referred to as ‘robocalls,’ which are automated telephone calls that call thousands of numbers. When the other end of the line is silent, it could actually be an automated […]
‘Tis the Season…for SCAMS!
The holidays are a great time to think of others and to make charitable contributions to worthy causes and organizations. After the hustle and bustle of shopping on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we now even have Giving Tuesday, which kicks off the holiday season of giving by encouraging us to remember to donate and […]
Beware Price Gouging Scams During This Bad Weather!
SCDCA Spotlight: Price Gouging It can be confusing to know what price gouging is, as well as when it applies to your situation. Price gouging laws come into effect when a State of Emergency is declared. In South Carolina, a State of Emergency is usually declared by: (1) the Governor, (2) the Attorney General or […]
Scam Alert from The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs: Healthcare Scams on the Rise
Scam Alert: Healthcare Scams on the Rise Columbia, SC… The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is urging consumers to beware of the latest Medicare telephone scams where fraudsters are attempting to separate consumers from their sensitive personal information. With the Affordable Care Act making headlines all over the country, scammers have found the […]