“This will end my business operations.” “I can’t afford to stay open.” “I am just trying to operate my business.” Vermont small businesses have reported substantial losses from scams. With more than 76,000 small businesses in the state, representing 99% of Vermont businesses and employing 60% of Vermont’s employees, small businesses are the backbone of… Continue reading Protect your small business against fraud with secure payment systems
Month: May 2025
Top Scams Reported by Businesses in 2024
Of the 3533 scams reported to the Consumer Assistance Program (CAP), 191 were submitted by Vermont businesses. The five most common scams for businesses include: fake orders, utility disconnection threats, imposters of business personnel, government imposters, and business identity theft. The top scam for businesses to look out for is Order Fraud (fake orders of… Continue reading Top Scams Reported by Businesses in 2024