identity theft

Romance & Identity Fraud

Identity Theft: When Your ID Becomes Their Fortune

A dark figure holds a knife over a Social Security card and birth certificate, symbolizing the crime of identity theft where personal data is sold for as little as $50

They drain bank accounts while you sleep. They open credit cards in your name. They file fake tax returns and vanish with your refund. Identity theft victims face a nightmare that most people never see coming—until it’s too late.

BBO
October 26, 2025

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Romance & Identity Fraud

IRS Tax Scams: Inside the Fake Agent Terror Campaign

The aftermath of an IRS tax scam. A dark silhouette of a person sitting sadly, surrounded by floating dollar bills and notification bubbles with "SCAM ALERT!" and "Your account is at risk!", symbolizing financial and emotional loss.

The voice on the phone claims you owe the IRS money. Pay now or face arrest. Your heart races as panic sets in. But here’s the terrifying truth: the IRS never calls like this. Millions lose everything to fake agents who vanish into darkness with your cash.

BBO
October 20, 2025

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Banking & Credit Fraud

Bank Impersonation Scams: Fake Chase/Bank of America Calls

A close-up of a phone showing a spoofed "CHASE BANK" caller ID with a menacing masked face in the background, illustrating the deception of bank impersonation scams.

A call says it’s your bank: “Your account is locked.” You panic. You give info. Your bank never called. These bank impersonation scams have cost victims tens of thousands. Don’t be next.