Scam Alert!

written by Janis Merrell, Editor of The Good Life | January 17, 2020

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Scams come in many variations. The stories might sound different but the motive is the same…to steal your money!

Never wire or send money to someone you don’t know
Never buy gift cards to pay bills or taxes
Never wire money, send gift cards, or mail cash
Never wire money, send gift cards, or mail cash to claim a prize

Watch out for these popular scams!

Lottery & Sweepstakes
Romance
IRS
Computer Repair
Family Emergency
Utility Payment
Social Security

If you have a consumer problem or question, contact the Northwestern District Attorney’s Consumer Protection Unit:

Greenfield: (413) 774-3186
Northampton: (413) 586-9225

Working in cooperation with the office of the Massachusetts Attorney General.