Amazon Prime Day is here.

It’s never fun to be scammed, but if you’re a small business owner then falling for a scam can have long-lasting effects on a business, damaging client relationships and profit.

The owner of a San Antonio funeral headstone business, Angelic Monuments, is now in San Antonio police custody.

In late February, KSAT reported a story about a group of families who said the owner of Angelic Monuments took their money but never delivered the headstones they ordered for their loved ones. Now, six more families have come forward, prompting BBB and SAPD investigations.

Amazon Prime Day is here. And, once again, experts are warning consumers of scams.

Amazon Prime Day is here.

Sixteen months later, Paul Cancino has been forced to spend five figures out of pocket to replace the HVAC system and is on the brink of taking legal action against a company he thought would protect him against these exact type of home ownership expenses.

Last year, more than 38,000 Texans fell victim to identity theft. That number is up from 18,000 victims in 2018.

When it comes to holiday gifts, don’t only shop for price. Deep discounts could mean imitation or counterfeit products.

Looking for a job? Be very careful! Employment scams are the number one scheme reported to the BBB in San Antonio.

‘Tis the season of gift-giving, but if you’re thinking about getting a puppy as a Christmas present, you may want to think twice.

The first advance child tax credit payments have barely gone out and already scammers are trying to trick parents out of their money and sensitive financial information.

As families search for affordable rental cars for summer vacation, scammers are taking advantage and creating phony websites and deals, the BBB and FTC warn.

Experts from the Better Business Bureau are warning people of new scams.

SAN ANTONIO – Keeping your lawn beautiful and bright green can be a challenge if you’re doing all the work yourself. If you need that extra help and want a professional to do a job right, it’s essential to choose the right lawn service to meet your needs. Once you find the right company or individuals to do the job, the professionals will need to know your budget and the services you want for your lawn. A professional cannot be sure what treatment your lawn may need without seeing it first. Make sure to ask your lawn service about any safety precautions your family will need to take for the project’s duration.

Just make sure not to share an image of your vaccination card on social media, the Better Business Bureau says. Up your security settings on social media: Be sure to check your privacy and security settings on your social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, etc.). Be wary of what you post, even if it’s trending: Sharing your vaccine photo is one of the latest trends on social media. For more information from the BBB on how to safely share your COVID-19 vaccine news on social media, click here. AdRELATED: Social media is a breeding ground for scams during COVID-19 crisis, FTC says

SAN ANTONIO – Free Netflix for a year may sound good, but that text message offer with the link is a trick to steal your personal information, the Better Business Bureau warns. The need to chill at home created a prime-time opportunity for a tempting text message that making the rounds. Clicking on the link will not lead to free Netflix, but it may cost you because it takes you to a fake page that asks for your sensitive information. The real Netflix page warns of fake tests and emails, saying it will never ask for credit or debit card numbers, bank account information or your password. If you do click on the link, Netflix recommends you change your password to something unique to that account.

SAN ANTONIO – As millions anxiously await their turns for the COVID-19 vaccine, and with many frustrated by more demand than early supply, scammers are already taking advantage, federal agencies and consumer advocates warn. The BBB, along with several federal agencies are warning about emails, text messages, phone calls and social media posts offering early access to the vaccine in exchange for some sort of payment. The state of Texas has a vaccine rollout plan based on who needs the vaccine’s protection most coming first. If you receive an unsolicited offer regarding vaccine, the BBB suggests you do your research by starting with your doctor and relying on known, reliable sources. Related Stories:Texas health official explains issues that may distort how many vaccine doses are actually available31 San Antonio clinics, hospitals to get hundreds of COVID-19 vaccines this weekUniversity Health begins administering COVID-19 vaccines to seniors in next phase of rollout

Online shopping scams are on the rise as thieves look to take advantage of the increase in people shopping online during the pandemic. Online shopping scams, like the one Black fell for, are on the rise as thieves take advantage of the surge of people flocking to the internet during the pandemic. To lure you onto the sites, scammers pay for ads on Facebook, Google and other websites. So far this year, the FTC has received more than 37,000 reports of online shopping fraud, amounting to $27 million in losses. You can also report the site on the Better Business Bureau and FTC websites, which could help others from being scammed.

SAN ANTONIO – As holiday shoppers log on to Amazon in record numbers, scammers are stealing the moment - and maybe more. In the Amazon version, the caller says there is some sort of problem with a purchase. In the Apple version, the caller says the person’s iCloud account has been breached and they shouldn’t use any Apple device until the suspicious activity is addressed. The Secret Sister or Secret Santa Gift Exchange is another scheme making the holiday rounds on social media, one that’s illegal, the Better Business Bureau warns. “It’s a very fun pay-it-forward kind of scenario ... but the gift exchange quickly becomes something where it becomes illegal.

It’s not exactly a new concept but, around this time of year, you typically see this idea floating around: It’s usually called something like a “secret sister” gift exchange. These gift exchanges are not what they claim to be – and they’re actually considered illegal pyramid schemes, BBB experts said. “Just like any other pyramid scheme, it relies on the recruitment of individuals to keep the scam afloat. Once people stop participating in the gift exchange, the gift supply stops as well, and leaves hundreds of disappointed people without their promised gifts or cash. If you participate in a scam, “You will receive little to no money back on your 'investment' or gift exchange,” the BBB said.

SAN ANTONIO – Black Friday deals have been phased in throughout the month to allow for social distancing at stores, but some retailers are still holding their biggest sale of the year this Friday. The National Retail Federation says people are predicted to spend a little less than $1,000 on gifts this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau is offering the following tips for those who plan on shopping during this Black Friday:

SAN ANTONIO – Open enrollment is a time when many can sign up for vital health care through their employers or the health insurance marketplace. This year, open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act runs from Nov. 1 through Dec. 15, and the Medicare open enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. One scam the BBB is warning about involves a caller claiming to be a “health care benefits advocate” or a similar title. Beware of dishonest health care brokers who offer “free health care screenings,” as this could be a way to weed out less healthy people. If you feel a call is a scam, hang up and visit the health care website yourself or directly call your health care provider.

During breast cancer awareness month, you’ll see pink everywhere from ribbons on shirts to athletic sports jerseys. Just because it’s pink, doesn’t mean it’s actually supporting the movement to find a cure for breast cancer. Non-profit organizers warn that just because it’s pink, doesn’t mean the money you spend is going to the right place. So if you take a few minutes to do some homework, you’ll be able to better contribute to breast cancer awareness. Here’s a list of some of the top Breast Cancer Awareness Entities:1.

SAN ANTONIO – It’s fun to get great deals during a shopping event like Amazon Prime Day, but scammers are looking for unsuspecting customers in an effort to get information or money. The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers who are doing their shopping on Amazon.com during Prime Day so they can avoid becoming victims to scammers. The BBB says the scammers will call you with an issue on your Amazon account. Problems range from fraudulent charges on your Prime Card to unfulfilled orders for expensive products. The con artists will then ask for information, such as credit card numbers or Amazon account details.

This week, it released a list of the ten most prevalent scams of 2011. The deposited check bounces after the money has been wired, leaving the victim out of his money. Online Job Scam: Job hunters were sent emails or went to websites and filled out applications that looked legitimate. When offered the job, candidates were asked to fill out a credit report or provide bank information for direct deposit. For more information on these scams or to check out a company, you can go to the BBB's website.