Texas Attorney General Warns of Holiday Loan Scams
By Micah Hensler, published Dec 06, 2007
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The scam loan offers are often promoted as on-line instant loans, or in flyers and newspapers classified. They give an appearance of authenticity by providing a toll-free number to speak to a "bank representative", or by sending official looking sales materials in the mail.
After respondents sign up they are told to wire hundreds of dollars to cover the fees, only to have that money disappear with the con artist. Most of the scammers are based out of the country, regardless of where their correspondence appears to originate, and are extremely difficult to trace. Disposable cell phones and anonymous drop boxes are just some of the standards tools used. Texans who fall for the scam could be sending their money half-way around the world, where it can be picked up from one of thousands of locations.
Of course, Texas isn't the only state where this kind of scam is operated. Payday lending and online cash loans make every place a target, even in states where the practices are strictly regulated. Consumers should always stop to read the fine print when applying for a loan, and shop around to compare their options. Remember that loan representatives often work on commission or bonus structures even in legitimate franchises, so be aware of sales pressure. To truly avoid paying unnecessary fees, pay day loans should be a last resort to cover expenses when all other options have been exhausted.
Texas Attorney General Warns of Holiday Loan Scams
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