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How To Spot A Pyramid Scheme
How To Spot A Pyramid Scheme Posted: 1/22/2026

How do you know a convincing investment scheme is not a cover for fraudulent activities? Discover the common signs of pyramid schemes and high-risk MLMs..... Read more

Tags: scams, pyramid scheme, consumer tips
How To Avoid Contractor Scams
How To Avoid Contractor Scams Posted: 8/27/2025

Home improvement scams can cost you thousands. Learn the contractor red flags to look for and how BCA can help you find a reputable match for your project..... Read more

Tags: contractors, scams, consumer tips
Counterfeit Peddlers Out During Holiday Season
Counterfeit Peddlers Out During Holiday Season Posted: 12/1/2015

Protect yourself from scams and stay informed about counterfeit peddlers! Follow these tips to ensure you stay safe and aware this holiday season..... Read more

Tags: holiday scams, counterfeit merchandise, scams, consumer tips
5 Deceptive Scams Small Businesses Should Be Aware Of
5 Deceptive Scams Small Businesses Should Be Aware Of Posted: 5/6/2015

Small to medium-sized businesses, churches, and nonprofit businesses have been hit hard by unscrupulous scammers perpetrating various scams. Some common schemes that affect small businesses are office.... Read more

Tags: scams, business tips, consumer tips
7 Signs of a Charity Scam
7 Signs of a Charity Scam Posted: 4/28/2015

The massive earthquake in Nepal and the Katmandu Valley area that is responsible for over 4,600 deaths has left devastation in its wake. As with any disaster, there are many caring individuals that wa.... Read more

Tags: charity, scams, consumer tips
BCA Scam Watch: City Home Rentals
BCA Scam Watch: City Home Rentals Posted: 4/23/2015

Prospective tenants are displeased with City Home Rentals for taking their money and not delivering agreed upon services. The La Puente, California operator of a Pre-paid Rental Listing Service is acc.... Read more

Tags: scams, prepaid rental listings, consumer tips
BCA Scam Watch: eLoan Financial Services
BCA Scam Watch: eLoan Financial Services Posted: 12/5/2014

When you are in a financial bind or find yourself having trouble making ends meet, financial resources may be limited. Often marketed as easy ways to obtain cash quickly, installment loans and payday .... Read more

Tags: scams, payday loans, consumer tips, GreenDot
Kim
Kim's Catch of the Day: Saving Makes Money Posted: 11/19/2014

In November 2013, Kim’s Catch put out a warning to consumers regarding an outfit named Money Plus Saver. The company claimed to provide a “membership” program offering discounts on various name brand.... Read more

Tags: Kim's Catch, scams, consumer tips
Business Consumer Alliance Warns: Don
Business Consumer Alliance Warns: Don't Get Stuck By Diabetes Scams Posted: 11/5/2014

With the rising costs to treat diabetes, scammers are calling consumers offering free supplies in return for personal information. BCA offers these tips to avoid these scams..... Read more

Tags: consumer tips, diabetes, scams
Breast Cancer Awareness Part 2: Avoiding Breast Cancer Awareness Scams
Breast Cancer Awareness Part 2: Avoiding Breast Cancer Awareness Scams Posted: 10/17/2014

Before you buy that “think pink” t-shirt or give money to someone collecting donations in the name of research, do your own homework to make sure your donation ends up in the right hands. BCA offers t.... Read more

Tags: breast cancer awareness, scams, scam watch, consumer tips