Nuisance and Scam News

Aggressive telemarketers often rely on persistence, pressure, and scripted sales tactics designed to keep people on the phone long enough to secure a sale, collect personal information, or persuade them...

Nuisance calls are often viewed as a minor inconvenience, but for many households—particularly seniors, caregivers, retirees, and people who spend more time at home—the constant ringing of the phone can...

Many phone scams succeed because callers convince people to share small pieces of information that seem harmless at the time but can later be used for identity theft, financial fraud,...

Emergency phone scams are among the most effective forms of fraud because they are designed to trigger panic, urgency, and emotional reactions before a person has time to think clearly...

Retirees are among the most frequently targeted groups for phone scams because scammers often assume they have savings, retirement income, home equity, or more time available to engage in conversations....

Households with vulnerable adults often face unique challenges when it comes to phone safety, because scammers frequently target individuals who may experience cognitive decline, learning disabilities, mental health challenges, social...