Wisconsin Better Business Bureau Reminds People to Be Wary of Scams Involving Next Round of Stimulus Checks

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020 -- 10:04 AM

(WBAY) Consumer experts are warning everyone to be wary of scammers who will try to use the second round of stimulus checks to try and get your personal information or money.

Action 2 News first reported about these scams when the first round of checks were issued earlier this year.  Now, the Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin is reminding you to not fall for someone claiming to help you get that money faster.

“Scammers are going to capitalize on that news as quickly as they can,” said Tiffany Schultz, the Regional Director for the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau.

She continued, “A few things to keep in mind - watch for official communications from news sources or the IRS website about how that stimulus is going to be distributed. If it’s anything like last time, it’ll show up in your bank account and then possibly, you’ll receive a gift card or check if you don’t have any information on file.”  The BBB says scammers have been relentlessly using COVID-19 and economic stimulus to try and trick people.

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