The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has been alerting consumers about a surge of suspicious mailers being sent regarding home warranties.
These mailers will often warn consumers that their home warranty has expired or will be expiring soon and then ask for payment.
Some red flags to look for in these messages are if they use threatening language or unnecessary urgency, they don’t include specific details, there is no return address, and lastly, information that doesn’t match your circumstances.
If receiving a message including any of these red flags, the DATCP suggusts you, “Do your research, utilize resources you know and trust, and be careful responding to calls, texts, letters, or email solicitations from people or companies you don’t recognize,” said Insurance Commissioner.
To report a suspected scam or have any questions you can contact the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection via email at DFICorporations@dfi.wisconsin.gov or call (608) 261-0103.
