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Scams to look out for in 2023

Here are some popular scams you should be on the lookout for in the new year. More: https://www.khou.com/article/money/how-to-avoid-scams/285-6a54e159-7525-4d9f-9027-67abd670f6f5 Subscribe to the KHOU 11 News YouTube Channel | https://bit.ly/2GCgSZ0 REMEMBER: KHOU 11+ is always streaming on Roku and FireTV! Follow KHOU 11 News on social! ➡️FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/khou11 ➡️TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/khou ➡️INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/khou11 Visit our website: https://www.khou11.com

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1 year ago

while you're tightening the belt this year and saving money but there are a handful of growing scams that are designed to steal your money Tiffany Craig tells us what to watch out for this year you can't afford to lose any money we know that so make sure you don't fall for scams starting with one on Facebook Marketplace that scam is up nearly 185 percent sellers report losing products to scammers who send fake checks or other bogus payments and buyers report sending real money and getting nothin
g back a tip to avoid losing money stay on the platform to pay so you're protected if things go south the next one is the Zell scam it's up 86 percent on the digital payment platform victims are baited with fake rental listings or pets for sale after they send money through the app they get nothing avoid this scam by sending money only to people you know and trust third up is the tax IRS scam the usual fake calls are still happening but sewer offers a fake tax debt relief the person on the other
end just needs a fee well it's a scam the IRS will never call and never ask for money and the last scam is on the WhatsApp sextortion is one of the popular ways to get your money you share intimate pictures and then you're blackmailed for money or those images are posted if you don't know the person don't send them pictures you might regret later we have more scams and tips to avoid becoming a victim on this story at khou.com

Comments

@Melania-zh1sk

Not going to lie, but the scammer's Anguish and frustration is absolutely delicious. Well done GlinCyber

@LuisTheBarberHTX

Youtube allowing these scam ads is even worse.

@user-nc1ln6ye8q

When you love what you do, you would do anything to get it back like your account and your community, it's like a metaphor for being your father and the channel and the community your children doing everything they can to get it back, thank you decodeexpert for everything and give us an example that you fight for what you love ❤️❤❤

@Toonces88X

“The IRS will never call and ask for money” oh we know how the IRS does shit 😂

@Ashley96382

Exceptional works, Charge-backtools -I'm glad you're battling these jerks out there. We must take every precaution to safeguard the elderly and the general public from these disgusting scam artists! You've earned it!! You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for keeping us safe, brother

@BakitracinTugungu

What kind of a country is this? Scammers freely advertise, carry out scams, own bank accounts. And nobody has a problem with that.

@SamrAremi

I SALUTE you for all that your doing, helping all the victims of these scambaggs, they so deserved to be humiliated and be exposed to the public, these people have no place on this world, welldone Sir, GlinCyber we're here to support you, more Power to you and all your team!!!

@annbet3684

Can't trust anyone

@user-ht2qe9zp3q

I'm from Uganda and I'm so glad you're exposing these scum bags GlinCyber Thank you. The world needs more of this.

@user-oz4ip6dz3t

Astounding work GrindTechiei so lively you are out there connecting with these disappointments. We really want to do all that we can for spare the more prepared and the general public from these horrendous clowns! Adulation to YOU!! You merit the Nobel prize for keeping us safe.big up family’,,

@ScorpioHR

"IRS will never ask for money" Yay! No taxes!!!

@Tammy7458

Excellent job to Charge-backtools -so glad you are out there fighting these lowlifes. We need to do all we can to spare the elderly and the general public from these despicable scammers!!Kudos to You! You deserve the Nobel prize for keeping us safe big up brother.

@LaquandaBarbosa

Thank You Very Much For All You Do Here Man! Appreciate What Ya Do Here! Very Very Much! I Feel So Bad For All The Elderly Folks That Have This Crap Done To Them By These Spineless Chumps! The Damn Thought Of All The People This Happens To Everyday Just Sickens Me Horribly! Keep On Doing What Your Doing Adriannotch ! You Deserve Some Sort Of A Huge Reward From The Government For Doing This At The Very Very Least!

@NickyDelvalle

Bravo Adriannotch . Scammers are the worst of the worst. I would absolutely love to be a part of messing with them if giventhe opportunity. So glad to see progress in action to disrupt their business. Would love to see more videos of it too!! Thank you again Adrian .

@EmordiClementina

Excellent job, Vortxtrace - I’m thrilled to see you out there fighting against these individuals who lack integrity. We must do everything within our power to shield the elderly and the wider public from these wicked scammers! Hats off to you!! You deserve the highest honor for your efforts in keeping us safe, brother. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!.....

@EmordiClementina

Well done, VortexTrace - I’m grateful that you are actively combatting these individuals of low moral character. It is crucial that we take every possible action to protect the elderly and the general public from these detestable scammers! Congratulations to you!! You deserve the highest recognition for ensuring our safety, my friend.!!!!!!!!!!!......

@GFD_VIDEOS

Casinos both online and land-based are the biggest scams

@abdirisaaqhussein2884

One of the all-time greatest Scam alert vids! You, Sir, are not just a National Treasure, you're an INTERNATIONAL Treasure! The whole law-abiding world should be trying to find a way to get in touch with you just to send you a little donation and say thank you for working so hard at watching out for our interests. GlinCyber I hope you enjoy putting your recovery’s work together as much as most of us enjoy watching you do it. Thanks man.

@BLAZINTEE

To be honest, I learn more from your video than I do in my school. Thank you all for the tremendous help… British will forever remain Grateful to figuretechie since we are tired of those sick type heartless people who cheat others of their hard earned money. We love to thank you for the generosity you shown so many innocent people out there

@josephlaughlin7567

The decal scam is one that can get you arrested for cashing a hot check.