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Guide to Scam-Free Spring Home Projects
Sedona AZ (March 24, 2015) – As warm weather approaches, Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises homeowners to be on the lookout for spring home project scams run by less than reputable or unqualified contractors. To help consumers avoid costly mistakes and scams, BBB shares the red flags of a home project scam.
Whether an air conditioning, pest control, or landscaping need, before saying “yes”...
Tips to Avoid Scams Targeting Veterans
Sedona AZ (November 9, 2014) – Veterans Day is a time to honor those who have served our country. Unfortunately, it has also become a time to build awareness about scammers who take advantage of veterans and active duty military personnel. Better Business Bureau (BBB) wants to make sure those who serve do not become victims of fraud and encourages them to stay informed about the latest schemes...
Local Man Lost Thousands in Scam
Sedona AZ (July 19, 2014) – Over the last few weeks, a 64-year-old Prescott Valley man lost in excess of $8700 through an email ruse involving a woman supposedly stranded in Nigeria trying to return to the United States. The victim was convinced he was helping someone in need and wired money in four separate transactions.
Deputies were called to the victim’s home and his wife...
Phone Scams on the Rise
Sedona AZ (June 22, 2014) – Authorities report that two telephone scams are on the rise. The perpetrators seem to be targeting elderly victims, but all citizens are potentially at risk.
In the first scam reported to the Consumer Protection Agency, consumers receive unsolicited phone calls from individuals claiming to be local, state or federal law enforcement officers. The caller tells the...
Your Credit Card Statement May Need Contesting
Sedona AZ (January 28, 2014) – With this new con, scammers are banking on the fact that many consumers don’t check their credit card statements all that carefully. Don’t fall for it. Review your recent statements for unexplained charges of $9.84 (or other small amount) and contest them with your bank or credit card issuer (call the number on the back of your card).
How the Scam Works:
You...
Local Citizens Avoid Swindle
Sedona AZ (December 13, 2013) – On December 12, 2013, the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, Criminal Investigations Section, was notified about a telephone scam targeting seniors. The victim received an unsolicited call from an organization calling itself “Senior Crime Watch.”
The caller asks the person answering the phone if they are at least 60 years old and, if the response is yes, the...