by Sheryl Reichert Summer’s warmer weather means fun times, such as sold-out outdoor concerts and sporting events. Unfortunately, buying counterfeit tickets from a stranger could ruin your plans for a full-filled evening. If you’re the victim of a scam, the tickets...
Scams will come at worst time, when spouse dies
by Sheryl Reichert It can be one of the worst times in life. When a spouse dies, it’s stressful and life can be overwhelming for the survivors. There's so much to think about and adjust to. Grief can easily cloud your thinking. After dealing with immediate details,...
Beware of scams that offer to lower property taxes
by Sheryl Reichert Everyone wants lower property taxes. However, soon after receiving your property tax assessments in the mail, watch out. Scammers may be close behind, posing as government agencies. They will guarantee to lower your property taxes by disputing your...
Jamaican lotto scam can dupe victims
by Sheryl Reichert Ring, ring. You get a call from a number starting with area code 876. The caller announces that you’ve won the “Mega Millions Jamaican Lottery.” Don't worry about collecting your winnings from overseas, assures the “lottery official,” who also might...
Don’t get hooked by phishing scams
by Sheryl Reichert The Internet has become the place for “information highway robbery.” Phishing scams are phony and fraudulent emails with virus-laden attachments that should never be opened. Cyber criminals are the ones who are phishing (pronounced as “fishing”),...
Scams even target the terminally ill
by Sheryl Reichert It is a despicable scam. Relatives of people who are terminally ill should be on the lookout for scams targeting weak or frail loved ones during their final days on earth. Scams targeting the terminally ill often consist of stealing identities in...
Grandparents, don’t fall victim to scammers posing as your grandkids
by Sheryl Reichert The United Nations recently recognized World Elder Abuse Awareness Day when the whole world voiced its opposition to the abuse and suffering inflicted to our older generations. Elder abuse is a global social issue which affects the health and human...
Investment scams come in all shapes and sizes
by Sheryl Reichert Consumer financial fraud is a serious problem. Phony investments can empty seniors' pockets faster than any high‑flying fraud. When someone gets marked as bait, the types of investment and financial scams will be varied. Typically, fraudsters will...