DATCP Administers Tips to Protect from Scams in the New Year

With many people making New Year’s resolutions, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) suggests a resolution that won’t cost a penny and could potentially save you headaches, time and money. It’s simple, learn more about scams and prevention steps that can help you avoid getting ripped off. For starters, resolve to protect yourself and your family members by learning some of the basics of how con artists operate. Most scammers use phone calls to initiate the scam, with most waning your money, or personal information. There are a multitude of different tactics they will use to get your attention, so keep up on the latest trends to keep yourself and your family safe.