Must Read Scams 2017: 6 Ways Scammers Are Targeting Veterans

5. Veteran Scams 2017 That Charges For Records

It is a pain to get records of any kind from any government department, including the Veterans Administration. Vets are contacted with an offer to retrieve these records for a small fee as part of this scam. In the end, a number of unfavorable outcomes may occur including but not limited to:

  • The fee may not be so small.
  • It may be a reoccurring fee you are unaware of.
  • The records that are delivered to you may be false.
  • They may never be delivered at all.
  • Your credit card may be used for other unauthorized purchases.

SOLUTION: Do not pay for your veteran records. They are available free of cost. It may be a while before your receive them, but you will receive them. Be sure to back them up with print and digital copies.