Early this morning a recorded voice rang through at 7:27 a.m., pitching a bogus credit‑card interest‑rate deal. The call originated from a number that also appears on a local church’s listing, a classic tactic to lend false legitimacy. Such spoofed or re‑purposed numbers are common in automated scams, so treat any unsolicited financial offer with suspicion. Hang up immediately, block the number, and avoid sharing personal data. If you’re unsure, verify the organization through official channels before returning any call. Monitoring your credit reports and enabling two‑factor authentication adds an extra layer of protection against identity theft.
Following an automated call about credit card interest rates, which is a common scam tactic, I found it disturbing that they called at 7:27 am, and further research showed the number is associated with a local church.
