Tips for How to Identify a Car Shipping Scam
Car shipping scams can cost you hundreds of dollars and even result in stolen vehicles….
Tips for How to Identify a Car Shipping Scam
Car shipping scams can cost you hundreds of dollars and even result in stolen vehicles. Thankfully, it’s easy to avoid most fraudsters if you know what to look for. We’ve put together a list of 10 tips and warning signs to help you avoid auto transport scams:
How to Avoid Common International Shipping Scams
As global trade continues to grow, international shipping has become a routine part of doing business — but with that convenience comes risk. Scammers are increasingly targeting cross-border shipments, preying on individuals and companies unfamiliar with the complexities of international logistics. Whether you’re a business owner or someone making a personal purchase from abroad, being…
Is that free cruise really free?
A free cruise or all-inclusive getaway might sound like the dream escape you’ve been waiting for — but before you start packing your bags, it’s important to read the fine print. Just because something is labeled as “free” doesn’t mean it won’t come with strings attached. Many so-called free travel offers come loaded with hidden…
“Don’t Let Scammers Take You for a Ride!”
If you’ve received a letter in the mail promising two free round-trip airline tickets to anywhere in the continental U.S., you’re not alone — and you may be the target of a scam. The New York State Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is alerting residents to be cautious about these enticing offers that…
Beware of Vehicle Transport Scams While Moving
Here’s what usually happens. You go online to find a company that can move your car or motorcycle. You find one that looks legit and offers a great price — maybe even better than you expected. They ask for a small deposit, maybe a couple hundred bucks, and you send it through a digital wallet…
The Transportation Department’s crackdown on fraudulent moving companies takes aim at 60 firms.
This week, federal officials revealed their latest efforts in combating fraudulent moving companies, which led to over 60 enforcement actions. Some movers may face the consequence of losing their licenses, although this measure, as discovered by Newsweek, frequently proves ineffective in shutting down these businesses. Launched in April, Operation: Protect Your Move concentrated investigators’ attention…
Avoiding Auto Transport Scams: Tips for Safe Transport of Your Vehicle
Common Scams in Auto Transport Industry Illegitimate Car Transport Companies Car transporters are mandated to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, a government agency. To obtain this registration, they must meet specific minimum insurance coverage requirements. However, some businesses sidestep these regulations and operate illegally. Identifying these fly-by-night companies can be challenging for…
Two Arrested at Vancouver Airport in Connection with Saanich Scam Cases
A couple from Quebec has been apprehended in connection with the “grandparent scam,” which led to a combined loss of $27,000 for two Saanich residents this week. The arrests were made at Vancouver International Airport, where a 26-year-old man from Montreal and a 24-year-old woman from Quebec City were taken into custody. They are set…
Alleged UK airport scam allowed travellers to circumvent Canada’s immigration laws
British authorities are currently investigating an alleged immigration scam that enabled individuals to claim asylum in Canada by reportedly paying substantial sums to an airline supervisor at London’s Heathrow airport. According to reports by the Times of London, the scheme exploited a loophole allowing a British Airways employee to check in passengers lacking a Canadian…
Don’t fall for the Facebook scam claiming to sell Denver airport luggage for $10
The Denver International Airport has issued a warning regarding a new Facebook page, named D?nv?r Air??rt, claiming to sell lost luggage for $10. The airport asserts that the page is “in no way affiliated” with them. Presenting itself as a thrift and consignment store, the Facebook page is appearing as a sponsored advertisement on users’…
