Learn about the most common fall and winter scams targeting seniors in South Carolina, including home repair fraud, Medicare cons, fake charities, and more — plus how to stay safe this season.
Category: BBB – Better Business Bureau Alerts
New text message phishing scam impersonates your state’s DMV
A new phishing scam is impersonating state DMVs with fake “traffic ticket” texts. BBB warns consumers to avoid links, verify directly, and report scams.
Scam Savviness for Older Adults
Older adults are prime targets for scams, but spotting red flags—like urgent offers, fake government calls, or “free” Medicare equipment—can stop fraud before it starts.
SCAM ALERT: A New Wave of Text Scams Targeting Seniors
A new surge in text scams is targeting seniors with messages about missed deliveries, locked bank accounts, and other urgent ploys. Learn how to spot and stop them.
BBB Tip: Choosing the Right Assisted Living Community
BBB’s Abigail Garvin shares expert tips on choosing the right assisted living community—from getting recommendations to reviewing contracts thoroughly.
Top Tricks Used to Scam Older Adults
Scammers frequently target older adults through investment fraud, online purchase scams, and home improvement cons. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) urges seniors to stay vigilant by researching investments, verifying online sellers, and hiring only trusted contractors. By recognizing the warning signs and reporting suspicious activity, older adults can protect themselves from financial harm.
A Scam Artist’s Most Powerful Weapon: Your Trust
Scammers prey on trust. Learn how one woman fought back and how you can protect yourself from falling victim to fraud.
The naughty list: BBB’s 10 Scams of the Holidays
Stay vigilant this holiday season! The BBB Southern Piedmont shares the top 10 scams targeting shoppers and donors. Learn how to spot misleading ads, fake charities, impostor websites, and more to protect your money and personal information.
Scam Tactics Targeting Seniors: What to Keep a Lookout For
Seniors are often the target of various scams, from phishing emails to grandparent distress calls. This article outlines common fraud tactics and offers practical advice from the Better Business Bureau of the Upstate on how seniors and their caregivers can stay alert and avoid falling victim to these deceptive schemes.
BBB tips for online shopping, and staying alert to scammers
In an age of online shopping, staying vigilant against scammers is essential. Juliana O’Rork, VP of Marketing at BBB Southern Piedmont & Western NC, shares key tips to help consumers navigate the digital marketplace safely. From researching retailers and avoiding phishing scams to identifying lookalike websites, these insights will help you shop smarter.
