The Better Business Bureau scam tracker says reports claim callers already know some personal information.
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — It’s been nearly two weeks since the Biden Administration’s soft launch of the student loan cancellation program, with more than half of the 40 million Americans eligible for student loan forgiveness applying.
While the plan is an amazing opportunity for many borrowers, it’s also an opportunity for scammers.
New claims say that scammers are using a new tactic by already having some of your information on hand.
Are reports that scammers are providing personal information true?
Better Business Bureau and the Department of Education.
A recent release from the BBB says recent scam tracker reports claim such – with multiple people reporting unsolicited callers revealing their own personal information to them.
One report says a caller, quote “not only had my email address but also the name of the school I attended and the last 4 digits of my social security number.”
Another victim reported she misled scammers on the amount she owed…
