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Beware Hurricane Irene Scams

As residents on the East Coast clean up after Hurricane Irene, cons across the nation are gearing up for the usual set of storm-related scams. Residents who need repairs need to be wary of door-to-door scammers who promise a lot – but never deliver. They always require cash up front and use high-pressure tactics to [...]

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Beware Storm Scams

After summer storms ravaged portions of Wisconsin last week, scammers are on the move, trying to pressure some into fraudulent construction contracts. What to watch out for: Check the license. Be sure the business has a license and check with the Better Business Bureau to see if complaints have been filed against the business. Pressure [...]

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Watch Out for Storm Scams

The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau is on the lookout for scam artists ready to cash in on recent storm damage. These “storm chasers” follow storms and try to bilk people out of cash by never doing the work, or using inferior equipment or materials. These fraudsters may also not have proper licensing. Before you hire [...]

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