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Avoid Getting Burned by Summer Scams Posted: 7/25/2017

Scammers are prevalant at all times of the year. BCA has a list of summer scams to watch out for..... Read more

Kim’s Catch: FTC Finally Catches Previously Reported Investment Scammer Posted: 11/9/2016

Avoid these types of work at home schemes. The FTC took action against a shady telemarketing company that swindled over $9 Million from victims..... Read more

Consumers Find Food Fest Deals Unsavory Posted: 7/7/2016

Customers have been burned by fake advertisements posted on social media, on sites like Groupon, in local newspapers, and online. Business Consumer Alliance warns bargain seekers to beware of food fes.... Read more

BCA Scam Watch: U.N. Grant Scam is UN-believable Posted: 5/24/2016

Another victim falls prey to this new twist on a grant scam. $20,000 was wired to Nigeria. Business Consumer Alliance has details on this scam..... Read more

Scam Watch: Throwing Good Money After Bad Posted: 3/15/2016

Get rich quick offers are nothing new. They often recycle themselves under different names or with a new twist on an age-old scheme. Although the offer may vary, typically the telltale signs of a weal.... Read more

Winter Is Here! 5 Ways to Avoid Being Scammed Posted: 1/12/2016

El Niño has hit on the west coast and many states have suffered severe weather and flooding. When you’re dealing with keeping your family, home, and automobile safe, the last thing on your mind is fal.... Read more

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

Watch Out for Fraudsters During Medicare’s Open Enrollment Posted: 10/16/2015

Medicare’s open enrollment period runs from October 16, 2015 through December 7, 2015. Senior citizens age 65 and over can review and make changes to their heath and prescription drug coverage options.... Read more

6 Tips to Help Decide if a Business Opportunity is Right for You Posted: 9/10/2015

Thinking of buying into a business opportunity? If so, you should know there’s a thin line between multilevel marketing plans and pyramid schemes. That thin line was blurred by Vemma Nutrition Company.... Read more

BCA Scam Watch: "Money Flipping" is a Flop Posted: 9/9/2015

Don't fall for these get rich quick scams on social media. Scammers are always looking for their next victims..... Read more

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