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A look at the Better Business Bureau’s hot topics for the month of November

November 12, 2023November 11, 20230

State Better Business Bureau offers this summary of the top scams in Kentucky. Be warned and stay alert: 1. A…

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15, know how to spot the signs to help protect seniors

June 12, 2023June 11, 20230

Approximately five million older Americans are abused each year according to the National Council on Aging (NCOA) with the annual…

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BBB alert: Student loan forgiveness scams capitalize on roll out confusion of federal student debt relief

October 18, 2022October 17, 20220

The Biden Administration announced the federal government will cancel up to $20,000 of Federal student loans per person. Millions of Americans…

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KY attorney general’s office launches awareness campaign to protect consumers from scams, fraud

July 30, 2022July 28, 20220

The Kentucky Attorney General’s office announced its Office of Senior Protection has launched an awareness campaign to protect Kentucky consumers…

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Kentucky Attorney General offers tips to avoid scams during National Military Consumer Protection Month

July 14, 2022July 14, 20220

During National Military Consumer Protection Month, Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron issued tips for service members, veterans, and their families…

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Kentuckians reminded to stay alert for scams involving the nationwide shortage of baby formula

May 20, 2022May 19, 20220

The Kentucky Attorney General’s office is warning Kentuckians of scams related to the nationwide baby formula shortage and shared tips…

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AARP launches online resource center to help protect veterans against increasing cases of fraud

April 23, 2022April 22, 20220

Kentucky’s 312,000 military veterans and active-duty service members are at risk of being targeted by scammers. AARP has launched the…

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BBB: Avoid a broken heart, disappointment, loss of money — from these top Valentine’s Day scams

February 13, 2022February 12, 20220

This Valentine’s Day is shaping up to be big. The National Retail Federation suggests that consumer spending will reach nearly…

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Kentuckians urged to do homework, watch out for solar scams as companies use aggressive marketing

February 11, 2022February 18, 20220

By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Out-of-state solar companies are using aggressive marketing tactics in Kentucky to lure potential customers,…

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BBB: Identity theft can do damage to your finances — here are some tips to keep yourself safe

February 3, 2022February 2, 20220

Identity theft is stressful, and it can do tremendous damage to your finances. BBB recommends the following tips to help…

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Officials warn Kentuckians to beware of fake and counterfeit money scams while holiday shopping

December 8, 2021December 7, 20210

By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The offices of Kentucky Attorney General and State Treasurer are alerting consumers and retailers to…

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With holiday shopping season right around the corner, BBB tips help to get most bang for your buck

November 18, 2021November 17, 20210

Traditionally, Black Friday is the single busiest shopping day of the year. Whether you’re safely shopping in person or online…

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Duke Energy, BBB warn customers, small businesses about scams during Utility Scam Awareness Week

November 17, 2021November 16, 20210

Duke Energy, the Better Business Bureau and other officials will join in a news conference today to warn customers and…

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BBB: Adults 18-24 at highest scam risk in 2020; online purchase scams are riskiest

March 2, 2021March 1, 20210

Adults ages 18–24 reported the highest median losses ($150) and the highest likelihood of loss (56.6%) to BBB Scam TrackerSM…

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Learn to protect yourself from identity thefts, scams, financial fraud — virtual program Thursday

March 1, 2021February 28, 20210

Kenton County Public Library will offer a virtual Consumer Fraud Prevention presentation on Thursday 7-8 p.m. Inspector Kathy Woliung with…

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Consumer Protection Alert: Beware of scams related to COVID vaccines; do not pay for promise of vaccine

December 26, 2020December 25, 20201

By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Now that COVID-19 vaccines are starting to become available, Attorney General Daniel Cameron issued a…

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AG Cameron, fraud experts team up with National Consumers League to help consumers spot scams

August 16, 2020August 15, 20200

The National Consumers League (NCL), America’s pioneering consumer and worker advocacy organization, hosted a virtual “fireside chat” with Kentucky Attorney…

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BBB Trends: As if a pandemic isn’t enough to worry about, beware of the scammers exploiting the Census

May 4, 2020May 2, 20200

The 2020 U.S. Census is happening at the same time as a global pandemic, shelter-in-place orders and government stimulus payments….

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Attorney General warns Kentuckians of new charity, Medicaid scams related to COVID-19 pandemic

March 26, 2020March 25, 20200

Attorney General Daniel Cameron has warned Kentuckians of new charity and Medicaid scams related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and…

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Dept. of Financial Institutions offers tips to protect personal data and avoid scams, fraud, identity theft

January 30, 2020January 30, 20200

The Public Protection Cabinet’s Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) reminds Kentuckians about the importance of protecting personal data to avoid…

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BBB Trends: Older people are often targets of scams; here are common ones, how to avoid being victim

January 13, 2020January 13, 20200

Better Business Bureau According to the FBI, if you are age 60 or older, you are a likely target for…

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Rental fraud pervasive among vacation property listings, Better Business Bureau study shows

December 27, 2019December 25, 20193

Better Business Bureau The place seems like a dream come true: the right space, the right location, the right price….

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