Scams & Consumer Alerts
How to Report a Scam in Texas (and Get Your Money Back)
The moment a Texan realizes they’ve been scammed is a sinking one — the wire went through, the gift-card numbers...
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Recent Recalls That Affect Texas Shoppers
A recall notice rarely makes the front page, but it can land in your kitchen, your garage, or your child’s...
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Medicare and Social Security Scam Calls: How to Stop Them
The caller ID says “Social Security Administration.” The recorded voice warns that your Social Security number has been “suspended” because...
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The Texas Toll Road Text Scam, Explained
The text arrives looking almost official. It says you have an unpaid toll — usually a small amount, a few...
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How to Spot a Property Tax ‘Protest’ Scam in Texas
Every spring, after Texas appraisal districts mail out their notices of appraised value, a second wave of mail and texts...
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The Scams Hitting Texas Seniors Right Now
A phone rings in a quiet house outside San Antonio. The voice on the line says it’s the grandson, he’s...
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