FROM:
HOLLEY CARNRIGHT
DATE:
JUNE 9, 2016
RE:
PRESS RELEASE – BEWARE SUMMER SCAMS
Summer
is finally here and it’s a great time for vacations and home repairs, but don’t
let scammers ruin the fun. The Ulster
County District Attorney’s Division of Consumer Affairs warns about popular
summer scams the public should be aware of.
· Vacation scams: Fake travel agents and websites use
too-good-to-be-true deals only to take your money. Whether it’s a fake timeshare
rental or a bogus Florida vacation, don’t let a vacation scam take you for a
ride. Make sure the offer is legitimate by verifying the name, address and
reputation of the company.
· Moving scams: What is the mover’s reputation? Before moving your household
goods movers are required to give you the booklet entitled Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move. Copies of this booklet can be downloaded from
the website www.protectyourmove.gov.
· Concert ticket scams: Be wary of sellers who offer a sad tale as to why
they cannot use the tickets, only accept cash, want the money wired, and/or
pressure you to act quickly.
· Door-to-door scams: What are the address, name and reputation of the
company that shows up unsolicited to pave your driveway or clean your chimney?
Get all promises in writing. Never sign a contract that has an open-ended
completion date or blank spaces.
· Employment scams: Be wary of employers who require fees for training
and background checks.
The
Division of Consumer Affairs can be reached at 340-3260.
