Cashing This Could Cost You

Cashing This Could Cost You

by Rob Anspach | Feb 8, 2024 | Warning | 0 comments

A client called me this morning… he was heading to the bank. But he was concerned. He had just received a Cashiers Check Fedex’d to him. And the amount was more than he quoted. Apparently the person sending the check included extra for my client to babysit...
Scammer Needs A Nap

Scammer Needs A Nap

by Rob Anspach | Nov 8, 2021 | Trust Creation, Warning | 0 comments

Another day another Card Services scammer. Caller 1: Hello is this Mr Stafford? {Gets my name totally wrong} Me: Why yes it is. {Unfortunately the person calling me sounded like he hasn’t slept in 3 days. Every other word he paused to yawn.} Me: Does the little...
PECO Energy Low Rate Phone Scam

PECO Energy Low Rate Phone Scam

by Rob Anspach | Oct 20, 2021 | Warning | 0 comments

That call was electrifying…sort of. Good morning Sir, we would like to offer you a lower rate on your PECO Energy service. Me: Really, how so? Caller: Well, Sir if you can grab a pencil and piece of paper I will review and you can take notes. Me: What decade are...
Apology Call Meets HWP

Apology Call Meets HWP

by Rob Anspach | Sep 27, 2021 | Warning | 0 comments

Another apology call from my supposed electric utility offering me a rebate and 30% discount. They asked me who my utility company is… Me: You are calling to offer me an apology for overcharging my account and yet you don’t remember what your company name...