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Scam Of The Week, 100 episodes.

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Medicare enrollment time means Medicare Scammer time

2

Fake job scams are becoming more sohpisticated

3

Thousands of dollars, lost in an instant

4

Auto service contracts: What to know.

5

Scams know no age

6

Some scams can piggyback on a previous data breech

7

September is National Preparedness Month

8

Off to college? Here's Scam knowledge.

9

The "Grandparents Scam" is always evolving with new technology

10

That voucher you received might be a scam

11

How to protect your kids from scammers in apps and online

12

A Social Security scam wants you to think your cost of living increase isn't automatic

13

Not all coupons are good: Learn how to spot the fakes from scammers

14

Fake loan scams are on the rise

15

Scammers are using the 4th of July

16

It's young people, not the elderly, who are being targeted by most scammers

17

Avoid scams while shopping for Dad

18

Summer concerts and festivals are here, and so are fake ticket sellers

19

The old summer driveway scam is back with the warm weather

20

New graduates are being targeted by two specific scams

21

Memorial Day weekend brings its own scams

22

Moving season is here, and so is moving scam season

23

Looking for a job? Scammers are counting on it.

24

Prom and wedding dress scams are popping up everywhere

25

Protecting your info on old papers and tech, and a Fort Wayne Shred Day

26

Planning a party? Scammers are planning to cheat you as you get things ready.

27

National Backup Day is a perfect time to make sure your equipment is secure

28

Dealing with storm damage? Here's how to deal with possible repair scammers.

29

National Puppy Day is coming up, and dog scammers are everywhere

30

National Consumer Protection Week and how to access valuable tips

31

When your online relationship starts talking about crypto investments, that's a bad sign

32

Find the right contractor for Spring Projects later this month in Fort Wayne with the BBB

33

Fake flower sellers are targeting you ahead of Valentine's Day

34

Tax time means tax scams

35

It's Identity Theft Awareness Week

36

The new year always starts with ads for possible weight loss scams

37

Scholarship season brings scholarship scams

38

Fighting back against Porch Pirates

39

Fake toy deals can ruin your holiday gift-giving

40

Black Friday is coming...and so are the scammers

41

Pressuring you into giving up info with official-sounding fear and intimidation

42

Ransomware attacks are once again on the rise

43

Looking for a new job? There's a scam for that.

44

Hotel booking scams are targeting your next getaway if you don't book safely

45

Holiday decoration scams are warming up for the season

46

Insurance open enrollment season invites possible scams

47

There's a popular cryptocurrency scam spreading on TikTok

48

How to make sure your kids are safe from scammers online

49

New college students are often the targets of credit card scams

50

That free trial offer might cost you big if you get scammed

51

Fake emergency scams are targeting the elderly

52

Are you sharing too much info about your kids with a "Back To School" photo?

53

A debt collection scam is making the rounds -- here's to avoid it

54

The lost pet scam takes advantage of your desperation when a pet goes missing

55

Beware the paving contractor who shows up at your door

56

Social media hacks can hurt the reputations of businesses

57

Buying a ticket for a fun summer event? Make sure it really exists before you do.

58

Fake donation requests on social media are getting sneakier

59

Going out of business scams are on the rise

60

Tommie fell for a wedding photo scammer - here's how you can avoid that

61

Four types of scams to watch out for when you're moving

62

Older consumers are still frequent targets for scammers

63

Memorial Day Military Scams

64

Real ID scams take advantage of new requirements

65

New college grads are easy targets for scammers

66

A new surge in pet scams

67

ID Theft is on the rise again

68

Shopping online? Here's how to spot fake product reviews.

69

Fake tech support scams are on the rise

70

The pitfalls of looking for online work or accepting a job online

71

Fake Publishers Clearing House Scams are making the rounds again

72

Fake roofing contractors want to scam you as spring weather hits

73

Fake toll road texts are on the move across northern Indiana

74

Romance scams are getting scarier

75

Fake jury duty scams are being reported across northern Indiana

76

Safely donating to causes that support the wildfire victims in CA

77

Avoiding scams while buying tickets for sports or other events online

78

Tax time scams are ready to pounce

79

2025 Scam resolutions, and farewell to Rick Walz

80

Avoid gift card scams with a few easy tips

81

Be careful when looking for holiday work

82

Read the fine print on home warranty information you receive

83

The 2024 Torch Awards are coming up to honor positivity in business

84

Scammers are using the election to steal info

85

Helene relief scams and healthcare open enrollment

86

That email from the boss might be a fake

87

An uptick in romance scams, some with a new twist

88

It's time to learn about "brushing scams"

89

Voicemail hacking can cause a legit business to inadvertently hand over your info

90

Fake product reviews online, and how to spot them

91

Crowdfunding is a help to many people...including scammers

92

That QR Code might not be for what you think

93

Protect your kids from Back To School scams

94

Business impersonation scams being reported in our area

95

More information about the latest phishing methods

96

Shred your sensitive info this weekend and help local kids

97

Scammers are looking to reel you in at the ol' Phishing pond

98

Your smart toolbox for hiring the right home contractor

99

How many subscriptions do you have, and how can you recognize a rip-off?

100

New College Grads are favorite targets of scammers