Area residents are reminded that scammers are out in full force during this busy time of holiday shopping.
Carol Ehlers with the Buena Vista County Extension Office says a big focus is watching for fake websites or apps…
Ehlers says gift card scams can also be problematic for consumers…
Ehlers also encourages citizens to be on the lookout for phishing emails…
One-on-one coaching and support is available for scam and fraud victims through a collaboration between ISU Extension and the Iowa Attorney General’s Office. The Iowa Concern Hotline number is 800-447-1985.
A workshop from ISU Extension called “Stay Independent : Spot, Stop, and Avoid Fraud” is also available. Participants learn about common scams and warning signs and how to take action to protect against theft of money, property, or belongings.
More information can be found on the ISU Extension or Iowa Attorney General website.
