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wheelie207
of Lewiston, ME
I'm glad I'm smart enough to not fall for these scams. I only wish I was able to teach those out there how to spot and avoid things like that even the online scams.report abuse
Aug 28, 2008 7:57 PM
I know for a fact that visa and most all banks don't call people for any info, they usually send mail to them.
I'm glad I'm smart enough to not fall for these scams. I only wish I was able to teach those out there how to spot and avoid things like that even the online scams.report abuse
Steve CS
of Augusta, ME
Aug 28, 2008 3:26 PM
Add: You are advised to never give credit or banking information to anyone when they initiate the call or send you an email. If you are contacted and feel the urge to talk to the person or call them back - don't. Instead call known good numbers, such as the 800 numbers on the back of your credit card or on your statement. Then you know to whom you are talking. Tell them you were called and ask them to verify.report abuseYou must be a registered user of MaineToday.com to post a comment. Register or log in.
