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Beware of Fake Party and Event Invitations During the Holidays
Thu, 11/20/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Now is the time of year when many people are planning parties and holiday events. Scammers are sneaky and often take advantage of…Fake Discounts and Sales, Don’t be Fooled This Holiday Season
Mon, 11/17/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Holiday sales are already underway and that means scammers are at work, trying to take advantage of shoppers with fake websites and…SCDCA to Represent Consumer Interest in Duke Energy Carolinas Filing: Public Hearings Scheduled
Fri, 10/03/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) intervened to represent the interests of consumers as the Public Service…Secure Your Information. Take Advantage of Free Webinars, Shred Events During Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
Tue, 09/30/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Everyone can be cyber smart. The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is here to remind you that there are simple,…Consumer Alert: George Funeral Home (Aiken) Closed
Tue, 09/30/2025
The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is aware of the closing of George Funeral Home in Aiken. Consumers may have questions about…SCDCA to Represent Consumer Interest in Duke Energy Progress Filing: Public Hearings Scheduled
Mon, 09/22/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) intervened to represent the interests of consumers as the Public Service…Scammers Using Couriers to Pick Up Gold Bars and Cash
Mon, 09/08/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. –The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is warning about imposter scams where criminals are tricking people into…Barcodes are the Latest Twist on Imposter Scams
Mon, 08/18/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Scammers constantly change tactics and the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is warning consumers about their…Complaints Continue to Rise in 2025; Over $800k Recovered for Consumers
Tue, 07/22/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Complaints filed with the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) continue to rise. SCDCA received 3,137…2024 Average APR for SC Mortgages Reaches 6.8%
Wed, 07/16/2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is releasing its 2024 Mortgage Log Report. The report compares…