The annual sales of big-name retailers often take place in July. More deals are great for consumers, and more people out shopping is great for...

If you’re traveling internationally, you may need to renew your passport. Consumers unaware of the passport renewal process may fall victim to online scams. These...

Those who enter sweepstakes and lotteries always await that special phone call notifying them that they’ve won big! Unfortunately, scammers know just how to play...

Whether the economy is robust or weak, some consumers will struggle to make ends meet or have other reasons to maintain a balance on a...

Don't trust anyone to do the job if your driveway needs paving or repairs. BBB Scam Tracker has numerous reports of unscrupulous contractors who trick homeowners with...

If you are planning an upcoming trip, keep an eye out for hotel booking scams. BBB Scam Tracker continues to receive reports of travelers falling victim to lookalike...

The latest social media scam is yet another phishing scheme designed to scare Facebook users into sharing their login credentials. Here’s how you can spot the scam...

If you’re in the market for a piano, then you know that the instrument can cost a hefty price and is not easy (or cheap)...

Planning a party? If you need to rent chairs, decorations, a bouncy house, or any other supplies, take extra caution when searching for rentals. BBB Scam...

If you have been on a road trip, then you’re probably familiar with modern tolling systems allowing you to pay your toll fees online. If...

Use caution when hiring a home improvement contractor, especially following a major storm, flood, or weather event when many homeowners are trying to repair their homes. However, contractor...

The “Can you hear me?” scam has been targeting consumers for quite some time. BBB continues to receive reports to BBB Scam Tracker about these calls. Usually,...

Email continues to be a popular avenue for scammers who want to steal consumers’ personal and financial information. To trick consumers into clicking links and...

Natural disasters like storms, tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, and wildfires often bring out the best in people as strangers reach out to help others in need. Unfortunately, the aftermath of a crisis also brings out...

Everyone knows to look for phony emails – they can appear in your email inbox or even at work. Scammers can easily make messages that appear...