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SCAMwatch is warning consumers not to respond to text messages which claim you have won a voucher

SCAMwatch is again warning consumers to be cautious of classified ads for pedigree pups at prices that are too good to be true.

Are you an avid mobile phone texter, using SMS to keep in contact with friends and family? Watch out - scammers love texting too.

SCAMwatch is warning prospective tenants to be wary when responding to rental properties advertised on the net where the 'owner' makes various excuses as to why you can't inspect the property but insists on an upfront payment for rent or deposit.