Despite the proliferation of advanced technology to send electronic messages to others, many people continue to use the U.S. Mail to send their greetings. Whether it’s a wedding announcement, birthday greeting, or offer of condolences, people send cards in the…
Salespeople typically offer products and services that may be of interest to the right audience. However, not all salespeople offer friendly, helpful purchase assistance. Some try to force people into purchasing items they may not need or want. Do you…
Many people dream of winning a large sum of money from any source that offers it. Lotteries, sweepstakes, and raffles are just a few of the many potential sources of cash that could dramatically change a person’s life. Scammers are…
On Halloween, children often dress in outfits they wouldn’t normally wear to request delicious treats from strangers. Scammers often do the same using familiar disguises, but the treats they’re after are the dollars in your bank account. In the email…
Communicating via video chat is a popular way for people stay connected, particularly for those across vast distances where in-person contact is difficult or impossible. It can be a much more rewarding experience than standard audio-only communication by allowing people…
Spammers and scammers appreciate the value of their email distribution lists. Culled from a variety of sources including contest entries, request for information forms, business databases, and suppliers that specialize in consumer data warehousing, these lists represent the life’s blood…
Email and telephone calls are inexpensive ways for scammers to gain access to potential sources of revenue. While inexpensive cons are good for scammers on a budget, there are those with additional resources who realize the power of mail in…
Email accounts, social media, online stores and other businesses want your telephone number. It’s a security measure that allows them to send you warnings of potentially unauthorized use of your account and a way to reset your password when you…
There are many questions people should ask themselves when conducting business with strangers. Is the person honest? Is the business reputable? If I give my credit card information to the salesperson or type it into a website, will that person…
This week is National Consumer Protection Week, a special time of the year when many organizations place heavy emphasis on enhancing public awareness regarding the deceptive practices of unscrupulous scoundrels. In support of this cause, Own Your Defense will release…
Scammers aren’t nice people. They want what a target has, and they’ll pitch whatever lie they must to get it. If that lie is uncovered by the target of a scam, and the target voices that discovery or threatens action…
