Joshua Freeman+FollowLainey Wilson’s Wild Catfish DramaLainey Wilson just revealed she’s “ruined a couple of marriages”—but not on purpose! Online scammers are pretending to be her (and other celebs), sliding into DMs, and convincing lonely folks they’re in secret relationships. Some even send money or break up their marriages over these fake flings. With AI deepfakes making it all look real, it’s getting out of hand. PSA: If a celeb you’ve never met is asking for cash, it’s 100% a scam. Protect your heart (and your wallet)! #Relationships #LaineyWilson #ScamAlert20Share
Christy Jones+FollowCV Scams Are Everywhere—Watch Out!Job hunting just got trickier: LinkedIn says CV-writing scams are now the top threat for job seekers. Over a third of job scams involve shady offers to write or 'improve' your CV, often using free AI tools and risking your personal info. Scammers love to take convos off LinkedIn and use fake profiles. If someone’s asking for your details early or seems sketchy, it’s a red flag. Stay sharp and protect your data! #JobCareer #JobHunt #ScamAlert10Share
Adam Rich+FollowFedEx Is Demanding My 81-Year-Old Dad Pay $327 For Two Bolts My 81-year-old dad was just trying to fix my sister's lawnmower. He needed two very specific bolts so he ordered them online from the UK. After waiting a long time for the package to arrive, he got a surprise invoice from FedEx for about ten dollars. He went ahead and paid it even though the shipping was supposed to be free. Then today he got a fifteen-page past due notice from FedEx demanding he pay over $327. The document says his past due balance is $327 but also lists the total for the invoice as only ten dollars. It makes no sense. I can only guess that the online vendor owes FedEx this money and my dad got stuck with the bill. He's old school and has been trying to deal with this through snail mail which is not working. I am completely lost on how to deal with this. Any advice would be much appreciated. #FedEx #CustomerService #BillingIssues #ScamAlert #HelpNeeded #ElderlyStruggles #OnlineShopping 170394Share
Michael Petty+FollowBack-to-school scams are getting sneaky!It’s back-to-school season, but scammers are lurking! Those cute first-day pics with your kid’s info? They’re a goldmine for identity thieves. BBB says: skip the school name, teacher, or age in your posts. And heads up for fake SAT prep calls and ‘you’ve won a scholarship’ letters—never pay up front! Keep your info tight and teach your kids some cyber smarts. More tips on the BBB site if you want to deep dive. #Education #BackToSchool #ScamAlert00Share
Hannah Jones+FollowScam Alert: Fake Trader Joe's DealsHave you seen those posts about Trader Joe's offering $12 gift baskets for filling out an online form? Turns out, it's a scam! These posts are cleverly designed to look legit but are actually phishing attempts to steal your personal info. Always double-check deals and remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Stay safe online! What other scams have you encountered lately? #Tech #ScamAlert #StaySafeOnline00Share
phillipsbrian+FollowRenovation Nightmare Cost Her RetirementImagine dropping $300k on a home reno, only to get totally scammed and end up cashing out your retirement just to finish the job. That’s what happened to Leesa Tori in Colorado—she trusted the wrong contractor, and now she’s left with a half-finished house and zero savings. If you’re planning a remodel, double-check those contractors! Don’t miss these 5 red flags for spotting property scams: 1. Fake owners 2. Fake agents 3. Sketchy cash offers 4. Predatory lending 5. Bait-and-switch movers. Protect your money! #Home #HomeRenovation #ScamAlert00Share
NJ cyber safety+Follow🛡️ Fake Lawyers on Facebook: New Scam Warning In 2025, a new type of scam is spreading fast on Facebook. Criminals are creating fake law firm pages and running ads that promise to help people “recover money lost to scams.” But here’s the truth: these so-called lawyers are scammers themselves — and they’re trying to con you twice. 🚩 What I Discovered As someone who works in cybersecurity, I investigated these pages myself: ✅ Most of these Facebook pages were created in 2025 — brand new, with no real history. ✅ None of them are verified by Facebook. ✅ They run ads promising legal help, but the second you click, you get: • An automatic Messenger message asking what kind of scam you fell for and how much you lost • A push to continue on WhatsApp or Telegram — both common tools for scammers • A promise they won’t charge unless they recover your money — it sounds free, but that’s how they gain your trust before setting the trap • Requests for personal details like payment methods or bank info It makes you wonder: How does Facebook even approve these ads? How do scams like this slip through on platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp? These aren’t real lawyers. They’re fraudsters trying to get more money or sensitive info from people who’ve already been scammed. ⚠️ Red Flags to Watch For • New page created recently (check page info — often 2025) • No official Facebook verification badge • Automated or generic replies • Requests to switch to WhatsApp/Telegram • Upfront requests for sensitive info 🛡️ How to Stay Safe • Report these pages or ads on Facebook • Don’t share personal or scam details with strangers online • Contact your bank or FTC if you’ve lost money • Reach out to local cybersecurity help for real advice 📌 Final Note If you want to see real investigations of these scams as I go undercover, you can follow my Telegram channel: t.me/NJCSRlocal — I post detailed breakdowns to help people stay safe. #scamalert #cybercrime #cybersafety #onlinescams #Facebookscam #njcybersafety #whatsappscam 20Share
Amber Mcguire+FollowPaid $2.8K for a Car—It Never Showed Up?!Imagine dropping $2,800 on a used car, only for the company to ghost you! That’s what happened to Debra Godsey, who’s now stuck commuting 4 hours a day to work. The car broker, Vehicle Veterans, just stopped replying after taking her cash, and now Debra’s fighting for a refund. The company claims they have 5 months to deliver, but she never signed a contract. Total nightmare! Always double-check contracts and don’t send money unless you’re 100% sure. Would you trust a car broker after this? #CarBuyingNightmare #ScamAlert #CommuterLife #Transportation10Share
Katherine Hunt+FollowStudent Loan Scams Are About to ExplodeStudent loan collections are kicking back in, and scammers are ready to pounce on stressed-out borrowers. If you’re behind on payments, watch out for shady calls, texts, or emails promising quick fixes or forgiveness for a fee—total red flag! Remember: You never have to pay upfront for legit help, and your FSA ID is for your eyes only. Double-check anything that sounds too good to be true, and go straight to StudentAid.gov for real info. #StudentLoans #ScamAlert #DebtCollection #Education30Share
Robyn Anderson+FollowHow I Got Burned by a Cowboy BuilderEver thought a quick home fix could cost your whole nest egg? Eric, a pensioner, lost £17,000 to a dodgy builder who showed up uninvited, made a mess, and vanished with the cash. The real kicker? The stress and chaos left Eric and his partner sick and distrustful. Lesson learned: never say yes to doorstep deals—always check reviews and get everything in writing. Protect your savings, folks! #MoneyLifehacks #HomeImprovement #ScamAlert #Finance70Share
