Gypsy Scams or Fortune Teller Scams use a cold reading in which generic statements are said by the gypsy. The victim’s reaction to these generic comments gives the gypsy or fortune teller what to elaborate on. After the gypsy gains the victim’s confidence they ask for money for blessed candles. As the scam progresses the gypsy scam grows bigger and the victim is asked for additional funds to resolve the bad spirits. It will grow bigger and bigger, the gypsy will eventually mention using her church to assist and more funds will be needed to pay for this. The gypsy will really put on a good show. She will tell you that even though the evil spirits surround her victim, she is stronger than the spirits and will take the case, but of course it will cost you. The gypsy scams have driven people into bankruptcy, because the scam uses a brain washing effect. Also when the victim tries to leave the gypsy and her so called work, the gypsy will threaten to unleash evil spirits on the victim. have you ever been scammed by gypsies or have had a friend that has been scammed? If so tell us your story in the comments below.

While email scammers and online identity theft are very popular these days, don’t let your guard down on phone scams. Phone scams are still popular and the trend so far this year is targeting seniors with tax refund claims. The phone scams are just trying to get your banking details and tax refunds is a good excuse for them to use to try and get your account information. Phone scams are not just limited to the United States, the United Kingdom (UK) is getting their share as well. In the UK people are being urged to report any hoax calls to the council and police. In the United states you can report phone scams to your local police as well..

Did you get the Oprah Winfrey Sweepstakes email saying you were in nomination for the Oprah Millionaire Contest Show?  Would you like to know what Oprah Winfrey says about this email scam?  Here is their official comment regarding the Oprah Email Scam.

“The Oprah Winfrey Show and Harpo Productions are warning viewers about a recent e-mail scam notifying recipients of their nomination for the “Oprah Millionaire Contest Show.” Please note that The Oprah Winfrey Show and Harpo Productions are not sponsors nor do we have any involvement whatsoever with this e-mail solicitation. Individuals who receive such unauthorized e-mails are encouraged to file a complaint with the FBI at IC3.gov.

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Watch out when dialing the Toyota Recall phone number, there is one that is real similar to points to scammers.  Murray Feldman of WJBK reports “Some crafty scammers are playing the numbers game in hopes of cashing in on Toyota’s massive recall.  Here’s the problem. Look at the following two phone numbers. One is real and the other is real bad.

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