Nuisance and Scam News

Scam calls have become one of the most persistent problems for American households, with fraudsters targeting landline users who are often seen as more trusting or less tech-savvy. From fake...

Elderly Americans are increasingly targeted by so-called “grandparent scams”—a cruel form of fraud that plays on family love and urgency. Scammers pretend to be a grandchild in distress, often claiming...

Unwanted and scam calls continue to flood American phone lines, creating frustration, risk, and wasted time. Knowing the difference between a stand-alone call blocker and carrier-provided blocking can help you...

In care homes and assisted living facilities, residents often rely on landlines to stay connected with family and friends. Unfortunately, these same phones are frequently targeted by scam and nuisance...

For many older adults, the landline is more than just a phone — it’s a vital connection to family, friends, and medical professionals. Unfortunately, it’s also a direct line for...

Installing a call blocker is one of the smartest ways to protect your landline from scams and robocalls — but even the best devices won’t work properly if they’re set...