Wednesday, December 27, 2006

Dec 27: Recording of fraud by Mary Roberts with "satellite TV"

This fraudulent recording of "Mary Roberts" from "satellite TV" has called Aug 3, Aug 7, Dec 15, 19, 21 and Dec 27. The recording of Brian from Dish called Nov 13, 15, 27, Dec 6 and Dec 11. The recording of Jerry with Dish called Sep 19, 21, Oct 17, Nov 2, 28 and Dec 20. The recording of Lisa with Dish called Aug 3, 7, 14, 16, Sep 22 and Oct 21. A fraudulent recording of Brian from "the satellite TV company" called Nov 21.

"Hi. This is Mary Roberts with satellite TV. I'll get right to the point. FREE installation. FREE activation. THREE months of free movie channels, FREE receivers and remotes for up to four rooms, and a FREE DVR. If you don't know what a DVR is, press one on your phone and our rep will tell you all about it. It's AWEsome technology, and will change the way you watch TV. Basically, if you still have a cable provider, we WANT your business, and we're going to GREAT lengths to get it by giving you all the equipment FREE. That's right, over two thousand dollars worth of equipment FREE. And we're gonna SAVE you money every month. We'll even give you an additional HUNdred dollars back if you sign up today. So with NO obligation, give us a chance. Press one NOW."

Thursday, December 21, 2006

Dec 21: Recording of fraud by Mary Roberts with "satellite TV"

This fraudulent recording of "Mary Roberts" from "satellite TV" has called Aug 3, Aug 7, Dec 15, 19 and Dec 21. The recording of Brian from Dish called Nov 13, 15, 27, Dec 6 and Dec 11. The recording of Jerry with Dish called Sep 19, 21, Oct 17, Nov 2 and Nov 28. The recording of Lisa with Dish called Aug 3, 7, 14, 16, Sep 22 and Oct 21. A fraudulent recording of Brian from "the satellite TV company" called Nov 21.

"Hi. This is Mary Roberts with satellite TV. I'll get right to the point. FREE installation. FREE activation. THREE months of free movie channels, FREE receivers and remotes for up to FOUR rooms, and a FREE DVR. If you don't know what a DVR is, press one on your phone and our rep will tell you all about it. It's AWEsome technology, and will change the way you watch TV. Basically, if you still have a cable provider, we WANT your business, and we're going to GREAT lengths to get it by giving you all the equipment FREE. That's right, over two thousand dollars worth of equipment FREE. And we're gonna SAVE you money every month. We'll even give you an additional HUNdred dollars back if you sign up today. So with NO obligation, give us a chance. Press one NOW."

I call fraud because "satellite TV" doesn't identify any company. The language is very similar to the recordings from Dish.

Dec 21: Recording from New World Mortgage

This recording has called Dec 21.

"Would you like some extra cash and a free home appraisal? With our one percent rate program, New World Mortgage could save you hundreds of dollars a month. If you are looking to lower your monthly payment, pay off high-interest credit cards, get cash out, refinance, or change from an ARM to a fixed rate, we can help save you money. No matter what your credit is like, we can help. For a free three hundred and sixty dollar appraisal, and to learn how much money we can save you each month, please call 877-267-6408."

Dec 21: Recording of fraud by "Michelle" with the "financial department"

This recording of "Michelle" with "the financial department" called Nov 4 in 2005, Mar 30, Apr 27, May 16, Jun 21, Jul 19, 28, Aug 17, 31, Oct 18 and Dec 21. An almost identical recording of "Michelle" with "the mortgage department" called on on Oct 6, 19, Nov 7, 8, 11, twice on Nov 14, and Dec 8 and 20 in 2005. The recording of "Victoria" with "the mortgage department" called Oct 17. The recording of "Meredith" with "financial department" called Oct 5. A similar recording of "Keri" with "the mortgage department" called Oct 2 and Oct 31. An almost identical recording of "Jane" with "the financial department" has called Jan 11, 25, Feb 21, Mar 7 and Mar 24. A very similar recording of "Brittany" called on Dec 19 in 2005. A very similar recording of "Jennifer" with "the financial department" called Dec 5 in 2005.

There were also calls from "William Harrison" from "the financial department" on Sept 2, 6, 20, 21, 22, 29, Oct 12, 13, 25, 28, Nov 1, 10, and 14 in 2005.

"Hi. This is Michelle with the financial department. Based on your current payment history, we have preapproved you for a new interest rate, as low at 1%. APR 5.68. Your confirmation number is 000000. To take advantage of the lowest rates in the state of California, with absolutely no points and no fees, press number the number one key now. Or press three to be removed from the marketing list."

Wednesday, December 20, 2006

Dec 20: Recording of "Jerry" with Dish, the satellite TV company

This recording of Jerry with Dish called Sep 19, 21, Oct 17, Nov 2, and Nov 28. The recording of Brian from Dish called Nov 13, 15, 27, Dec 6 and Dec 11. The recording of Lisa with Dish called Aug 3, 7, 14, 16, Sep 22 and Oct 21. A fraudulent recording of Brian from "the satellite TV company" called Nov 21. The fraudulent recording of "Mary Roberts" from "satellite TV" has called Aug 3, Aug 7, and Dec 15.

"Hi. This is Jerry with Dish. The satellite TV company. I'll get right to the point. Free installation. Free receivers and remotes for up to four rooms. And a free DVR. And if you don't know what a DVR is, press one and our reps will tell you about it. It's AWEsome technology. And it will change the way you watch TV. Basically, if you still have a cable provider for your TV, we WANT your business, and we're going to great lengths to get it. By giving you all the equipment. FREE. That used to cost two thousand dollars. AND. Save you money on a monthly basis going forward. It's a no brainer. We'll even give you an additional hundred bucks back if you sign up today. So, with no obligation, press one to be connected to a customer service representative. It doesn't hurt to at least talk to us and learn more. 'cause I'm confident we can save you money and improve the way you watch TV. Give us a chance. Press one now."

Dec 20: The San Francisco Chronicle

The San Francisco Chronicle has called Dec 20.

"This is the San Francisco Chronicle calling. We apol..." Then it cut off, and hung up.

Tuesday, December 19, 2006

Dec 19: Recording of "James Roberts" and "Karen Edwards" with "LPM"

This recording has called Dec 19.

"Hi. This is James Roberts with LPM. I'm calling regarding your current mortgage. I want to let you know that I have a lender who wants to preapprove at one point two five percent on a thirty year loan. Good or bad credit. Refi or cash out."

"And this is Karen Edwards. This loan would save you up to what I can see as forty-five percent on your monthly payment. Please press one now for more information and details. We'll provide you with a free quote. And let you know exactly how much you can save."

"So press one now. If you have received this call in error, please press two to be placed on the do not call list. Thank you."

Fuck you and your stupid so-called "errors".

Dec 19: Recording of fraud by Mary Roberts with "satellite TV"

This fraudulent recording of "Mary Roberts" from "satellite TV" has called Aug 3, Aug 7, Dec 15 and Dec 19. The recording of Brian from Dish called Nov 13, 15, 27, Dec 6 and Dec 11. The recording of Jerry with Dish called Sep 19, 21, Oct 17, Nov 2 and Nov 28. The recording of Lisa with Dish called Aug 3, 7, 14, 16, Sep 22 and Oct 21. A fraudulent recording of Brian from "the satellite TV company" called Nov 21.

"Hi. This is Mary Roberts with satellite TV. I'll get right to the point. FREE installation. FREE activation. THREE months of free movie channels, FREE receivers and remotes for up to four rooms, and a FREE DVR. If you don't know what a DVR is, press one on your phone and our rep will tell you all about it. It's AWEsome technology, and will change the way you watch TV. Basically, if you still have a cable provider, we WANT your business, and we're going to GREAT lengths to get it by giving you all the equipment FREE. That's right, over two thousand dollars worth of equipment FREE. And we're gonna SAVE you money every month. We'll even give you an additional HUNdred dollars back if you sign up today. So with NO obligation, give us a chance. Press one NOW."

I call fraud because "satellite TV" doesn't identify any company. The language is very similar to the recordings from Dish.

Dec 18: Recording of fraud by "Dorothy" with the "mortgage branch"

This recording has called at work on Dec 8 and Dec 18.

"Hey guys, this is Dorothy with the mortgage branch. Um. Just wanted to give you a call and let you know that your home and your area has been approved for our new one percent refinance program. Now, this is something that's good for only the next seven days. So if you'd like some additional information on this program, go ahead and press one on your phone right now. This one percent refinance program is something that you could use to pay off some bills, take cash out of your property, or just take a vacation. Once again, if you'd like additional information about this program, simply press one on your telephone right now. Thank you. And have a great day."

What happened to the seven day limit that started Dec 8?

Saturday, December 16, 2006

Dec 16: Recording of fraud from "David Clark" with the "Mortgage Connection"

This recording has called Sep 21, Oct 18, Nov 21, Dec 12 and Dec 16.

"Hi. This is David Clark with the Mortgage Connection. This call is in regards to your mortgage application that we received. I would like to preapprove you on a one point two five percent thirty year mortgage program. To be connected immediately press one. If for whatever reason you're not interested in our one point two five percent mortgage program press nine."

Friday, December 15, 2006

Dec 15: Recording of fraud by Mary Roberts with "satellite TV"

This fraudulent recording of "Mary Roberts" from "satellite TV" has called Aug 3, Aug 7, and Dec 15. The recording of Brian from Dish called Nov 13, 15, 27, Dec 6 and Dec 11. The recording of Jerry with Dish called Sep 19, 21, Oct 17, Nov 2 and Nov 28. The recording of Lisa with Dish called Aug 3, 7, 14, 16, Sep 22 and Oct 21. A fraudulent recording of Brian from "the satellite TV company" called Nov 21.

"Hi. This is Mary Roberts with satellite TV. I'll get right to the point. FREE installation. FREE activation. THREE months of free movie channels, FREE receivers and remotes for up to four rooms, and a FREE DVR. And if you don't know what a DVR is, press one on your phone and our rep will tell you all about it. It's AWEsome technology, and it will change the way you watch TV. Basically, if you still have a cable provider, we WANT your business, and we're going to GREAT lengths to get it by giving you all the equipment FREE. That's right, over two thousand dollars worth of equipment FREE. And we'll SAVE you money on a monthly basis. We'll even give you an additional HUNdred dollars back if you sign up today. So with NO obligation, give us a chance. Press one NOW."

I call fraud because "satellite TV" doesn't identify any company. The language is very similar to the recordings from Dish.

Wednesday, December 13, 2006

Dec 13: Recording of fraud by "Victoria" with "the mortgage department"

This recording of "Victoria" has called Dec 13. The recording of "Keri" with "the mortgage department" has called Oct 2 and Oct 31. A similar recording of "Michelle" with "the financial department" called Nov 4 in 2005, Mar 30, Apr 27, May 16, Jun 21, Jul 19, 28, Aug 17, Aug 31, and Oct 18. An almost identical recording of "Michelle" with "the mortgage department" called on on Oct 6, 19, Nov 7, 8, 11, twice on Nov 14, and Dec 8 and 20 in 2005. An almost identical recording of "Jane" with "the financial department" has called Jan 11, 25, Feb 21, Mar 7 and Mar 24. A very similar recording of "Brittany" called on Dec 19 in 2005. A very similar recording of "Jennifer" with "the financial department" called Dec 5 in 2005.

There were also calls from "William Harrison" from "the financial department" on Sept 2, 6, 20, 21, 22, 29, Oct 12, 13, 25, 28, Nov 1, 10, and 14 in 2005.

"Hello. This is Victoria with the mortgage department. And our records indicate that your current mortgage standing could qualify you for a one percent interest rate. Regardless of lates on credit, we can still help. Press the number one key now to speak with your mortgage consultant. Again, press the number one key now."

I think it's the same person recording the messages claiming to be "Keri", "Michelle", "Jane", "Jennifer", "Brittany", etc.

Tuesday, December 12, 2006

Dec 12: Recording of fraud from "David Clark" with the "Mortgage Connection"

This recording has called Sep 21, Oct 18, Nov 21 and Dec 12.

"Hi. This is David Clark with the Mortgage Connection. This call is in regards to your mortgage application that we received. I would like to preapprove you on a one point two five percent thirty year mortgage program. To be connected immediately press one. If for whatever reason you're not interested in our one point two five percent mortgage program press nine."

The phrase, "your mortgage application that we received", qualifies this recording as fraudulent.

Monday, December 11, 2006

Dec 11: Recording of fraud by April with your local satellite TV provider

This recording has called Nov 14 and Dec 11, and at work Oct 5, 10, 17 and Nov 8. An identical recording of Jennifer called at work Sep 21 and Sep 29.

"Hello. This is April with your local satellite TV provider. Today we are giving away a free digital satellite TV system to all local residents here in our city. Press one now to receive your free satellite TV. Press three to be removed."

Dec 11: Recording of "This is the bank calling" fraud

This recording has called Nov 22 and Dec 11. Another fraudulent recording of "the bank calling" called Mar 14 and 28.

"Hi. This is the bank calling. To inform you that we noticed you qualify for the new one percent home loan. This'll give you the opportunity to take cash out, get rid of debt, and even skip one month of mortgage payment. This program is only good for the next five days, so press nine now for more information. Thank you."

She had a British voice that squeaked at times.

Dec 11: Recording of telemarketer Brian from Dish, the satellite TV company

This recording of Brian from Dish called Nov 13, 15, 27, Dec 6 and Dec 11. The recording of Jerry with Dish called Sep 19, 21, Oct 17, Nov 2 and Nov 28. The recording of Lisa with Dish called Aug 3, 7, 14, 16, Sep 22 and Oct 21. A fraudulent recording of Brian from "the satellite TV company" called Nov 21.

"Hi. This is Brian from Dish, the satellite TV company. If you're tired of your current cable or satellite TV provider, we have an amazing offer for you. It's the next generation of TV service. InCREdible digital picture quality with unsurpassed TV programming. And. We even include a FREE DVR, allowing you to pause, record, and play live television. AMAzing technology that will change the way YOU watch TV. To speak with a satellite TV specialist, press ONE NOW. Again, for details on this offer, press ONE NOW. As an added bonus for signing up today, we'll even give you one hundred bucks BACK. So press ONE now to be connected to a friendly sales agent."

FOAD.

Dec 11: Recording of "Dorothy" with "the mortgage branch" fraud

This recording has called at work on Dec 8.

"Hey guys, this is Dorothy with the mortgage branch. Um. Just wanted to give you a call and let you know that your home and your area has been approved for our new one percent refinance program. Now, this is something that's good for only the next seven days. So if you'd like some additional information on this program, go ahead and press one on your phone right now. This one percent refinance program is something that you could use to pay off some bills, take cash out of your property, or just take a vacation. Once again, if you'd like additional information about this program, simply press one on your telephone right now. Thank you. And have a great day."

"...your home and your area has(sic) been..." It's a scam with bad grammar.

Friday, December 08, 2006

Dec 8: Recording of fraud from "Express Consolidation"

This recording has called May 3, Oct 20, and Dec 8. A recording of "Dan" with "Express Consolidation" called Nov 8.

"Hello. I'm calling on behalf of Express Consolidation, a non-profit agency, and a servicing agent for attorney Randall Veshen. You've been selected to lower your credit card interest rate to as low as zero percent. Please press one now to speak to a live operator about lowering your interest rate and your monthly payment. Again, press one to speak to a live operator to help you get out of debt faster. Yes, you can make those bills go away, but you need to press one now to talk to somebody who can help."

The recording of "Dan" gave 1-800-813-9143.

Thursday, December 07, 2006

Dec 7: Recording of telemarketer Brian from Dish, the satellite TV company

This recording of Brian from Dish called Nov 13, 15, 27, Dec 6 and Dec 7. The recording of Jerry with Dish called Sep 19, 21, Oct 17, Nov 2 and Nov 28. The recording of Lisa with Dish called Aug 3, 7, 14, 16, Sep 22 and Oct 21. A fraudulent recording of Brian from "the satellite TV company" called Nov 21.

"Hi. This is Brian from Dish, the satellite TV company. If you're tired of your current cable or satellite TV provider, we have an amazing offer for you. It's the next generation of TV service. InCREdible digital picture quality with unsurpassed TV programming. And. We even include a FREE DVR, allowing you to pause, record, and play live television. AMAzing technology that will change the way YOU watch TV. To speak with a satellite TV specialist, press ONE NOW. Again, for details on this offer, press ONE NOW. As an added bonus for signing up today, we'll even give you one hundred bucks BACK. So press ONE now to be connected to a friendly sales agent."

I'm tired of these calls from these recordings from Dish.

Wednesday, December 06, 2006

Dec 6: Recording of "Rachel" at "cardholder services" fraud

Fraudulent recordings of Rachel at "cardholder services" called Sep 15, Oct 4, Nov 16, Dec 19 in 2005, Jan 3, Feb 1, Feb 7, twice on Mar 2, Apr 7, Apr 10, May 1, May 23, May 25, Jun 29, Jul 11, Aug 18, Aug 21, Sep 22, Oct 23, Dec 6 and at work on Dec 2, Dec 30 in 2005, Mar 7, and Jun 20. Fraudulent recordings of Michelle with cardholder services have called Sep 5, 15 and Nov 29. The fraudulent recording of Heather at "account services" called May 1 and Jul 28. The fraudulent sounding recording of Michael called Nov 18 in 2005.

"Hello. This is Rachel at "cardholder services"? Calling in reference to your current credit card account? There are NO problems CURrently with your account. It is URgent that you contact us concerning your eligibility for lowering your interest rate. To as little as 6.9%. Your eligibility exPIRES shortly, so please consider THIS your final notice. Please press the number ONE on your phone NOW to speak with a live operator and lower your interest rate. Or to be removed from further notices, press two. Thank you. Have a great day."

This scam has been calling for over a year.

Dec 6: Recording of Brian from Dish, the satellite TV company

This recording of Brian from Dish called Nov 13, 15, 27 and Dec 6. The recording of Jerry with Dish called Sep 19, 21, Oct 17, Nov 2 and Nov 28. The recording of Lisa with Dish called Aug 3, 7, 14, 16, Sep 22 and Oct 21. A fraudulent recording of Brian from "the satellite TV company" called Nov 21.

"Hi. This is Brian from Dish, the satellite TV company. If you're tired of your current cable or satellite TV provider, we have an amazing offer for you. It's the next generation of TV service. InCREdible digital picture quality with unsurpassed TV programming. And. We even include a FREE DVR, allowing you to pause, record, and play live television. AMAzing technology that will change the way YOU watch TV. To speak with a satellite TV specialist, press ONE NOW. Again, for details on this offer, press ONE NOW. As an added bonus for signing up today, we'll even give you one hundred bucks BACK. So press ONE now to be connected to a friendly sales agent."

I'm tired of these calls from these recordings from Dish.

Saturday, December 02, 2006

Dec 2: Recording of "Dr James Hall" with "Back Pain Research International"

This recording has called Dec 2.

"Hi. This is Dr James Hall with Back Pain Research International. And I'm calling with some new important information for people who suffer from back pain that's affecting your lifestyle. Doctors in YOUR area have implemented treMENdous new technologies that could help YOU improve your condition with nonsurgical treatment. In fact, there's a detailed report that reveals how nonsurgically doctors have achieved an EIGHTY-six percent for relieving pain from sciatica and bulging, herniated, or degenerated disks."

"If you would like to receive a free COPY of this new report, press ONE on your telephone now. If you'd like to receive the report, and wouldn't mind taking a very quick national SURvey on back pain, press TWO now. If you'd like to be removed from our back pain public service announcement list, press three now."

"I'm sorry, I did not hear your response."

"If you would like to receive a free COPY of this new report, press ONE on your telephone now. If you'd like to receive the report, and wouldn't mind taking a very quick national SURvey on back pain, press TWO now. If you'd like to be removed from our back pain public service announcement list, press three now."

"I'm sorry, I did not hear your response."

"If you would like to receive a free COPY of this new report, press ONE on your telephone now. If you'd like to receive the report, and wouldn't mind taking a very quick national SURvey on back pain, press TWO now. If you'd like to be removed from our back pain public service announcement list, press three now."

"I'm sorry, I did not hear your response."

"If you are just interested in finding out more about this new technology..."

My answering machine cut it off because it was too long.

Friday, December 01, 2006

Dec 1: Recording of a scam saying "This is a call from our county records research department"

This recording has called Oct 26, Nov 1, 8, 16, 21, twice on Nov 29, and Dec 1.

"This is a call from our county records research department. After reviewing properties in your area, you have been selected for a special one percent thirty year home loan. Please press one to speak to a specialist. Please press one now. Please press one... now."