South San Francisco, CA October 21, 2022 from Better Business Bureau Starting a new business? Watch out for letters that look official – but aren’t Correctly filing the official paperwork can be a nerve-wracking part of setting up a new business. New…
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BBB Scam Alert: Student Loan Forgiveness is Here. So are the Scams
South San Francisco, CA September 2, 2022 Submitted by Better Business Bureaus Scammers wasted no time capitalizing on the Biden Administration’s plan to cancel some federal student loan debt, as BBB predicted. BBB Scam Tracker has already received reports from consumers who…
BBB Warns Airfare scams are Cashing in on Cancelled Flights
South San Francisco, CA July 29, 2022 Press Release Editor’s note: Many of our neighbors are enjoying the freedom to once again travel far and wide, however, the delays and cancellations of many flights continues to cause frustration. Be sure…
BBB Scam Alert: Cash-strapped drivers scammed with fake gas gift cards
South San Francisco, CA July 1, 2022 Press Release High gas prices draining your budget? Watch out for this con- Even if high gas prices are draining your budget, don’t fall for this scam. Scammers are tempting drivers with phony…
BBB Scam Alert: Shopping for the Big Game? Watch out for Fake Jerseys
South San Francisco, CA February 11, 2022 Submitted by Better Business Bureau When shopping for a team jersey or other sports memorabilia, watch out for fakes. Scammers know that authentic game-used and/or autographed items can fetch big bucks –…
BBB Scam Alert: It’s another COVID-19 test scam! Watch out when ordering your free tests
South San Francisco, CA January 25, 2022 Submitted by Better Business Bureau, U.S. households can now request free at-home COVID-19 test kits through a new Biden administration program. But when the government rolls out new initiatives, such as the stimulus checks,…
SCAM ALERT: Friend in Distress? It’s the Latest Venmo Con
South San Francisco, CA August 27, 2021 Submitted by Better Business Bureau When a friend or family member is stuck in a bad situation and urgently needs money, you should help them out, right? Not if they are a scammer…
SCAM ALERT! Placing a Takeout Order? Check the URL First
South San Francisco, CA August 20, 2021 Submitted by Better Business Bureau The COVID-19 pandemic has made ordering takeout more popular than ever. Some restaurants have even set up their own websites to avoid the fees and challenges that come with…
Don’t Fall for This Pet Sitting Job Scam
South San Francisco, CA August 13, 2021 Submitted by the Better Business Bureau Scammers have been using employment scams to trick people out of their personal information and money for years. These scams often target students or others looking for…
The Employment Scams South City Residents Need To Know About
South San Francisco, CA June 25, 2018 by Contribution from Chrissy Francis, Financial Advisor Employment scams are on the rise as imposters are advertising fake job adverts in a bid to get hold of your personal information. Imposter scams…