Friday, February 14, 2020 On this Valentine’s Day, be on the lookout for potential sweetheart scams. These scammers prey on people looking for love and often target seniors. They’re more likely to reach out if a person has just been through a major life event that may make them more vulnerable, such as losing a […]
Monday, February 10, 2020 If last week’s storms damaged your home or property, don’t let scammers take advantage of you as you try to repair the damage. After most storms our office hears from North Carolinians who have been the victim of of tree removal and disaster cleanup scams. Sadly, when North Carolinians are trying […]
The Durham Housing Authority has relocated more than 300 residents of the public housing complex McDougald Terrace as a result of elevated carbon monoxide levels. If you are considering making charitable donations to help relocated residents, make sure your donations will actually get to the people who need it. Our office has been notified of […]
Be careful paying for official documents. If you have trouble finding your official government or financial documents, be certain they’re not available for free or for minimal fees through the relevant government agency. Don’t pay for them from a third-party company unless you’re absolutely sure you can’t get them cheaper. Recently, private businesses have been […]
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