scam alert scam alert!

So...scam alert!

About a week ago, Chris discovered a cleared check in our checking account that we didn't write. He clicked on the image, and the check showed to have Chris' name, but an address in a different city about 45 miles from here. It was for $29.95.

I called the bank today, and had a good chat with the woman there. She told me that the check was written to BBU Services in Nevada, so she and I googled it while on the phone together. I couldn't believe what I saw. Result after result after result showed words like scam, fraud, counterfeit, $29.95, check with name but different address, etc. It seems like we are just one in a long line of victims. If you think about it, they probably have a scam going that hits thousands of accounts. The amount is small enough that some people may not notice it when balancing their checkbook.

The lady at the bank suggested I try calling the company. That was interesting. I actually got in touch with someone (I didn't expect to), and she gave me the run around for about 20 minutes. Kept putting me on hold, and giving me non-answers. Finally, I told her that we didn't spend the $29.95 with them and that I expect them to refund $29.95 to us. She put me on hold again, and then came back telling me we could expect the refund in our account within 8 business days. So, we shall see. I'll be watching for it, and if it doesn't show up, I will call back. And the bank will file a claim, reimburse our money, and go after them.

Stupid scammers!