Late at night, a call flashing “Lower Interest” on the screen is a familiar annoyance for many. Callers pose as credit‑card qualifiers, use fake “final notice” scripts, and hang up as soon as you ask to be removed. The safest move is to hang up immediately and never press any menu keys. Add the number to your phone’s block list, and consider a carrier‑level block if available. File a complaint with the FTC or FCC and keep a record of call times. Remember, the Do Not Call registry rarely stops rogue outfits, so rely on reporting and strong call‑blocking tools.
I totally agree, i contacted the State Atty Generals office in MO and they explianed that these callers are likly from overseas
Unfortunately, reporting these incidents to the relevant authorities is crucial, as failing to do so means that no action will be taken against these perpetrators
The government's inability to stop these scams is alarming, and it's frustrating to see such inaction.
After returning the call, I discovered an automated menu that allowed me to add my number to their do-not-call list, which I hope will be effective
It's amusing that I received a message about an Obama stimulus qualification when I had loaned my phone to a neighbor.
The same experience occurred, where staying on the line and requesting removal resulted in the caller hanging up; it's likely a credit card scam, and such actions are frustrating.
This number calls three times a week, and when I request to be removed from their list, they simply hang up.
Every other week, this number calls, and upon staying on hold to hear their offer, the representative hung up when questioned about the calls, revealing their scam.
Despite being on the 'Do Not Call' list, these individuals persist in calling almost daily, and it's frustrating because it's an automated system
After answering a call from this number, which was identified as 'Lower Interest,' the representative claimed to be from the Qualification Department for Visa and Mastercard, also servicing Discover and American Express, and inquired about my credit card balance, but I'm skeptical of their legitimacy, as I believe the qualification standards are set by individual banks