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Telemarketing scams seem to be on the increase

When you get a phone call from a so called construction company do not allow yourself to become a victim to a SCAM. Provide no personal information to any caller regardless of how sincere the requester may seem. Never give the phone number or other personal information of a friend. If work is required at your home research a vendor in the area to provide what is needed. Hang up on these calls and save yourself repeated and unrelenting pain. Google the incoming phone number, if provided on phone ID, you will learn very quickly why I have posted this blog. Dear neighbors ... once you allow it to start it will take over. Do not surrender peace and tranquility in your home.

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