The parking QR-code scam: a September alert worth sharing
The FTC’s September 2026 warning describes scammers placing their own QR codes over legitimate parking-payment codes. A familiar-looking meter…
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Scam Watch
6 thoughtful reads from Pastor Consulting.
The unexpected delivery text: check the order, not the link
A text about a failed delivery can feel plausible when online orders are common. The safe starting point is the order you actually placed, not…
A recovery-fee offer after a scam is not automatically help
After losing money, an offer to recover it can feel like the first piece of good news. That emotional moment can also be exploited by someone…
Charity appeals: verify the cause before the payment page
A moving appeal can make donating feel urgent. Taking a moment to identify the organization helps ensure that your decision supports the cause…
Job offers that ask you to pay first deserve a closer look
An unexpected job offer can be exciting, especially when the promised pay is high and the hiring process seems easy. Requests for money, account…
Turn a scam warning into a useful family conversation
Forwarding a frightening warning is easy; helping someone recognize the relevant decision is more useful. A good conversation explains the…