Life has taught me that not everything is what it seems, especially online. In this space, I break down the scams I’ve seen, the ones I’ve investigated, and the tricks scammers use to fool people—especially seniors. I keep things simple, conversational, and honest.
What you’ll find here
- Examples of Real Current and Past Scams
- Complete breakdowns of suspicious media
- Giveaways, Warnings, and Breakdowns
- Tips designed to keep you safe
Empowering everyone to stay safe, one story at a time.
- Sponsored Search Scams
Scammers are no longer relying only on suspicious emails, fake websites, and social-media posts. Now they are paying for sponsored search ads that can appear while we are trying to find a legitimate company or pay a bill. If even searching for a company ourselves is no longer enough, what comes next? - Someone Offered Me $9,000 in Crypto on TikTok
TikTok Crypto Scam is making its way to you. If you spend any time on TikTok, Facebook, or Instagram, you’ve probably received strange private messages from people you don’t know. Some are harmless. Others are dangerous. Recently, I received a message on TikTok from a stranger claiming to “leave me” thousands of dollars in cryptocurrency.… Read more: Someone Offered Me $9,000 in Crypto on TikTok - Yeti Cooler Scam Warning
Why I Called Sam’s Club to Verify This Viral Yeti Cooler Scam Yeti Cooler Scam posts are once again spreading across social media, promising “free” Yeti cooler bags and exclusive giveaways that seem too good to be true. When I recently saw one of these viral promotions making the rounds again, I decided not to… Read more: Yeti Cooler Scam Warning