Louis Bolden

6 days ago | clickorlando.com | Louis Bolden

MAITLAND, Fla. - Criminals can hijack the eSIM card in a cell phone, gaining access to everything on the device, including banking information, according to the U.S. Secret Service. It happened to Beverly Johnson of Maitland. First, she got a message on her phone saying emergency calls only. She could use the phone otherwise. When she logged into her account, she noticed her Samsung Galaxy was missing. Instead, the account showed an Apple iPhone.

1 week ago | clickorlando.com | Louis Bolden

ORMOND BEACH, Fla. - A 74-year-old widow was conned out of nearly $200,000 in a scheme that highlights the growing threat of fraud targeting seniors. According to the Federal Trade Commission, Floridians lost $885.5 million to fraud last year, with imposter scams ranking third on the fraud list. Elizabeth Bahmann's experience is a stark reminder of how easily individuals can fall victim to these schemes. "I remember I was dusting the house when the phone rang," Bahmann recalled.

3 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Erika Briguglio |Louis Bolden

LEESBURG, FLa. - It was supposed to be an affordable place to live, but now many people are getting priced out of their mobile homes. Residents told News 6 corporations are buying up mobile home parks and then jacking up the lot rent. In many of these parks, homeowners lease the land beneath their homes. News 6 has spotlighted the affordable housing issue in Osceola and Volusia counties, and now residents in Lake County have reached out with their concerns.

3 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Louis Bolden

ORLANDO, Fla. - With a popular retailer going out of business, scammers have quickly set up fake "going out of business" websites to take advantage of shoppers looking for bargains. For those who enjoy crafting and sewing, Joann Fabric and Craft Store's closure means deep discounts. However, buyers should be cautious. "Unfortunately, scammers are taking advantage," said Holly Salmons, CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Central Florida.

1 month ago | clickorlando.com | Louis Bolden

ORLANDO, Fla. - As the tax filing deadline approaches, individuals should be on high alert for voicemail messages claiming they owe back taxes. Scammers are targeting personal information, according to the Better Business Bureau. It's a call no one wants to receive, leaving a message that no one wants to hear. "We are calling about your overdue back tax filings," the voicemail states. This message is especially concerning during tax season.