I got an IRS scam call. They've directed me to buy prepaid debit cards to pay and they'll come pick them up. They told me I have an hour to call back with the scratch off code on the back. I told them I'm really busy today and that's not happening. They then told me they'll give me an extended time (after putting me on hold to talk to the "court' to get approval).
They also told me not to tell ANYONE or risk the warrant and lawsuit not being dropped. They said if I tell the prepaid card store it's for the IRS they'll charge me $15 per card instead of $3.95. They have really thought of lots of ways to get you to do this without risking telling someone.
They also asked for my cell number and I told them I don't have one. They actually told me they would have to put me on hold to confirm there was no cell number tied to my name. After less than a minute on hold they came back and confirmed I didn't gave a cell. (I've had the same cell number for 10+ years) They then said instead I had to leave my home phone connected to continue our call while I went to the store to buy the cards. I told them that wasn't happening.
Lace- i got a bank mortgage scam text on my cell!!!!!! I happened to be near my bank so i stopped in to see if they did indeed text me. She called and they asked for my bank acct # and ssn!! How fucking stupid do they think people are??!! But banklady says people get fooled by this all the time and i was in the minority with my reaction. I like to think shes wrong.
My elderly parents get these kind of bullshit calls all the time. For awhile there they were getting calls from their "grandson" from jail needing bail money. They actually tried that one more than once.
Since my dad's stroke he isn't as sharp as he used to be and there has been more than once that I've had to grab the phone away from him before he gives out his Visa card #. I'd like to take a tire iron and kneecap fuckers that try to rip off old people. Hell, rip off anyone who's worked for their money. That's dirtbag low.
I got a call yesterday about my apple thingy not functioning at full potential. They wanted to come over & fix it, but I would have to give them the password & credit card details first! Wankers :/
Be fun to say oh what division of the IRS, my uncle is probably your supervisor, funny he never mentioned any problems with my files, and my father works for the FBI, give me YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER and I'll get them to vouch for you or say sucker I work for the CIA running a trace on you right now.
@lace....I have an old whistle my dad used when he coached little league.....just give a good blast into the receiver.....keeps the idiots from trying again.
I really enjoyed listening to it and encouraged a number of work colleagues to listen. My favourite part was debating our different theories about the podcast. There are also things that have happened since the podcast that you should look for once you're done.
Lace, ugh, what a bunch of scumbags. Back in the day, I threatened one of them that if he kept talking, I was suing him personally and his company for minutes lost and emotional damages. He hung up immediately. :D
Yeah what is Lace? I'm working a little. Just haven't been into it this week after the kick ass of last week. Yesterday I actually asked for a raise. It's hard to ignore people offering you $20k more every day. But I do like my company so I may just have to put up with it. I think I asked correctly by reiterating the business I've brought in and how much I love working here. I'll know by Monday. Well see.
I need to do laundry and pack for Vegas. I am not overly excited about it. The thought of driving 5 hours with my kids then having them confined in a hotel room, and then trying to wrangle their over zealous energy from being cooped up sounds like the 7th circle of hell. Seriously, why did I think this was a good idea?'
Vegas with young kids can be a nightmare. We took my granddaughter when she was one and between my two sons, two DILs and parents, we all took turns having fun and I don't mean watching the baby. LOL.
You're staying at Circus Circus, right? That's an okay place for the kiddos, but you're going to have to drag 'em along for a drive to get anyplace else. Sometimes I buy a 24 hour bus pass and just ride the bus up and down the strip. Have fun, the weather should be nice.
Yeah at Circus Circus. I used to judge my friends with kids that never wanted to go anywhere, now that I have 2 in that naughty stage I understand/sympathize with how impossible life really is with kids. I think I'm just more annoyed that my husband always manages to "have to work" when it involves taking the kids somewhere. I know it's not any fun, but man up!
And good luck to you, Sherry, as well. I once had a college professor who advised, "when you are on your way out the door to go to another employer, always ask for an ungodly amount of money before you leave. Sometimes you'll be surprised. Otherwise, just know you made the right decision to walk away." Not that your raise was uncalled for, by any means, but just know there are other people out there who will appreciate you.
Thanks Fries. I just put it in the universe that I WILL get a raise of some sort. I know the sales reps I support love me and find me valuable and tell the upper mgmt all the time. That should count for something.
I got an IRS scam call. They've directed me to buy prepaid debit cards to pay and they'll come pick them up. They told me I have an hour to call back with the scratch off code on the back. I told them I'm really busy today and that's not happening. They then told me they'll give me an extended time (after putting me on hold to talk to the "court' to get approval).
ReplyDeleteThey also told me not to tell ANYONE or risk the warrant and lawsuit not being dropped. They said if I tell the prepaid card store it's for the IRS they'll charge me $15 per card instead of $3.95. They have really thought of lots of ways to get you to do this without risking telling someone.
Ooh Lace, that sounds like a fun call. I know someone who does her old lady character when she gets those kinds of calls. It's always a hoot.
ReplyDeleteThey also asked for my cell number and I told them I don't have one. They actually told me they would have to put me on hold to confirm there was no cell number tied to my name. After less than a minute on hold they came back and confirmed I didn't gave a cell. (I've had the same cell number for 10+ years) They then said instead I had to leave my home phone connected to continue our call while I went to the store to buy the cards. I told them that wasn't happening.
DeleteOoo - All Lace...you should've made arrangements for them to come pick up the cards and have the cops open the front door!!
DeleteLace- i got a bank mortgage scam text on my cell!!!!!! I happened to be near my bank so i stopped in to see if they did indeed text me. She called and they asked for my bank acct # and ssn!! How fucking stupid do they think people are??!! But banklady says people get fooled by this all the time and i was in the minority with my reaction. I like to think shes wrong.
DeleteAnd same for Lace. You're bith smart cookies.
DeleteMy elderly parents get these kind of bullshit calls all the time. For awhile there they were getting calls from their "grandson" from jail needing bail money. They actually tried that one more than once.
DeleteSince my dad's stroke he isn't as sharp as he used to be and there has been more than once that I've had to grab the phone away from him before he gives out his Visa card #. I'd like to take a tire iron and kneecap fuckers that try to rip off old people. Hell, rip off anyone who's worked for their money. That's dirtbag low.
I got a call yesterday about my apple thingy not functioning at full potential. They wanted to come over & fix it, but I would have to give them the password & credit card details first! Wankers :/
DeleteBe fun to say oh what division of the IRS, my uncle is probably your supervisor, funny he never mentioned any problems with my files, and my father works for the FBI, give me YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER and I'll get them to vouch for you or say sucker I work for the CIA running a trace on you right now.
Delete@lace....I have an old whistle my dad used when he coached little league.....just give a good blast into the receiver.....keeps the idiots from trying again.
DeleteFinished listening to Serial.
ReplyDeleteListened to the first one, liked it but haven't listened to the rest. Is it worth it?
Delete@Omar L - I think it's pretty good. I think the Sara has a ladyboner for Adnoun though.
DeleteI really enjoyed listening to it and encouraged a number of work colleagues to listen. My favourite part was debating our different theories about the podcast. There are also things that have happened since the podcast that you should look for once you're done.
Deleteany links? @Jessie
DeleteSLOOOWWW work day today. I guess I'll start listening to Serial. I keep forgetting about it, so thanks FSP!
ReplyDeletenp@TF
DeleteI have some very exciting meetings this afternoon that have been in the making for a long time now. Please keep your fingers crossed for me!!!
ReplyDeleteSending best wishes and good vibes your way!
DeleteToes crossed.
DeleteGood luck, Lady!
DeleteAll things good and go your way!!!!! Hugs
DeletePutting it out in the universe that they all go well LadyH.
DeleteFingers crossed.
DeleteBest of luck... All fingers and toes crossed!!
DeleteBest of luck... All fingers and toes crossed!!
DeleteFingers crossed @LadyH!
ReplyDeleteLace, ugh, what a bunch of scumbags. Back in the day, I threatened one of them that if he kept talking, I was suing him personally and his company for minutes lost and emotional damages. He hung up immediately. :D
Wth, Lace?!
ReplyDeleteGood luck, LadyH!!!
Yeah what is Lace? I'm working a little. Just haven't been into it this week after the kick ass of last week. Yesterday I actually asked for a raise. It's hard to ignore people offering you $20k more every day. But I do like my company so I may just have to put up with it. I think I asked correctly by reiterating the business I've brought in and how much I love working here. I'll know by Monday. Well see.
ReplyDeleteGood luck Sherry!
DeleteThanks KR! Good luck to you on your trip.
DeleteI need to do laundry and pack for Vegas. I am not overly excited about it. The thought of driving 5 hours with my kids then having them confined in a hotel room, and then trying to wrangle their over zealous energy from being cooped up sounds like the 7th circle of hell. Seriously, why did I think this was a good idea?'
ReplyDeleteVegas with young kids can be a nightmare. We took my granddaughter when she was one and between my two sons, two DILs and parents, we all took turns having fun and I don't mean watching the baby. LOL.
DeleteYou're staying at Circus Circus, right? That's an okay place for the kiddos, but you're going to have to drag 'em along for a drive to get anyplace else. Sometimes I buy a 24 hour bus pass and just ride the bus up and down the strip. Have fun, the weather should be nice.
Yeah at Circus Circus. I used to judge my friends with kids that never wanted to go anywhere, now that I have 2 in that naughty stage I understand/sympathize with how impossible life really is with kids. I think I'm just more annoyed that my husband always manages to "have to work" when it involves taking the kids somewhere. I know it's not any fun, but man up!
DeleteGotta love the "have to work' blokey. It'd be great to just lay by the pool with an earpiece & say 'can't bother me now, I'm WORKING '
ReplyDeleteBest of luck @LadyH! I think you've got people pulling for you from all corners :)
ReplyDeleteAnd good luck to you, Sherry, as well. I once had a college professor who advised, "when you are on your way out the door to go to another employer, always ask for an ungodly amount of money before you leave. Sometimes you'll be surprised. Otherwise, just know you made the right decision to walk away."
ReplyDeleteNot that your raise was uncalled for, by any means, but just know there are other people out there who will appreciate you.
Thanks Fries. I just put it in the universe that I WILL get a raise of some sort. I know the sales reps I support love me and find me valuable and tell the upper mgmt all the time. That should count for something.
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