Area code 470 is seeing aggressive fake process server calls and car warranty offers. Fraudsters threaten to serve you court papers unless you pay a fee immediately over the phone.
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Getting calls from 470 area code and wonder if it's a scam? You're not alone. Scammers frequently spoof Georgia (Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Roswell) phone numbers to trick you into answering. Here are the most common area code 470 scams based on user comments:
Residents in the Atlanta area are receiving aggressive calls from individuals posing as debt collectors or investigators threatening legal action. They often use intimidating names like "Investigator Walter McBride" or "Glen Sams" and claim to be from fake agencies such as "Client Mediation Group" or "Internal Solutions," threatening to serve papers at your home or work to scare you into paying a non-existent debt.
Real process servers do not call ahead to warn you; they are paid to find you and serve documents in person. Furthermore, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) requires legitimate collectors to provide you with a written validation notice and prohibits them from using harassing or threatening language.
"Woman calls, asks for my husband. Informs her she has the wrong number... she calls back and begins yelling that I lied to her on a recorded line and I can go to jail and so can he... Says that she is not a debt collector that she is trying to keep him out of jail that its a legal matter. Asked what company she is from and she says it is none of my business."
A high volume of robocalls are targeting 470 area code residents with messages about an expiring "factory warranty" on their vehicle. These calls are often automated and may mention a car you've never owned, like a 2015 Buick, in an attempt to get you to press a button and connect with a high-pressure sales agent.
Your vehicle's manufacturer will not contact you via unsolicited robocalls. Official communications about your warranty are typically sent through U.S. Mail and are tied to your specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), not just a random phone call.
"I probably get 5,000 calls a day, from various numbers, about how I own a 2015 Buick and my warranty is about to expire!!! I have never owned a Buick - Actually, I live in NYC and have never owned a freaking car - in my entire life!!"
Scammers are leaving voicemails claiming to be from "Student Help Assistance" or other vague agencies, often using names like "Mia Torres" or "Katie Mendez." They'll state that your "pre-qualification" for student loan forgiveness is about to expire, creating pressure to call back and provide personal information, even if you never had a student loan.
The U.S. Department of Education and its official loan servicers never charge fees to apply for loan consolidation or forgiveness programs. All legitimate options are available for free through official government channels.
"Hey it's Kelsey with student health assistance my phone number is 855-562-0011 and actually just doing a follow up call for you regarding your federal student loans um I do see here we still have been prequalified for the student loan forgiveness program"
Local Atlanta businesses are being targeted by callers attempting to phish for information under the guise of an "employment verification." These callers, often with broken English and using names like "Fernando Diego" or "Liza Clark," may already have a piece of information, like the last four digits of an employee's SSN, to appear credible while trying to extract more sensitive data.
Legitimate verification services operate under strict legal guidelines (like the Fair Credit Reporting Act) and almost always require written authorization from the individual before contacting an employer. They do not make vague, unsolicited phone calls fishing for information.
"A man named Fernando Diego called to verify employment and had the last four numbers of my SSN. When I requested the reasoning for his call again he said that he was calling to verify my employment for a lending institution regarding students loans. I have never had a student loan. 100% SCAM!!"
This scam involves a robocall claiming to be from Microsoft or a tech support company, warning that your computer is infected and will be "locked" if you don't call them back. If you call, they will try to gain remote access to your device, where they can steal your personal information, install malware, or charge you hundreds of dollars for fixing a non-existent problem.
Microsoft does not monitor your computer for infections and will never call, text, or email you to warn about a virus or demand payment for support. All such unsolicited contact is a scam designed to create panic and gain access to your device and money.
"470 333-0096 Calls and says if I don't call them back, they will LOCK my computer!"
Scammers are calling Georgia residents offering free medical equipment, such as back braces, knee braces, or diabetic testing supplies, claiming they are covered by Medicare. The true goal is to obtain your Medicare number, which they use to bill for fraudulent charges, leaving you with potential medical identity theft issues.
Legitimate medical supply companies require a prescription from your doctor before they can provide equipment and bill Medicare. They will not call you out of the blue to offer free items.
"Called at 6:45 a.m. When I said he woke me, he didn't even slow down his script. Told me to expect a back brace and knee brace in the mail. When I told him I don't need those, he said, 'Why are you lying?' Then hung up."
This scam uses a text message or robocall to falsely alert you that a large purchase, often for an "iPhone 13" costing $999, has been made on your Amazon or PayPal account. The message creates a panic and instructs you to "press 1" or call a number to cancel the order, which connects you directly to a scammer ready to steal your login credentials and financial information.
Major retailers like Amazon will not use a robocall to have you confirm a purchase. All official notifications about your orders will appear in your account on their secure website or app.
"I got a call from +1 (470) 288-7421 saying that they were Amazon and needed to talk to me about my $999.00 iPhone 13 purchase."
An extremely high volume of complaints have been filed regarding calls from 470-243-9132 that bombard phone lines with a fax machine screeching tone. These calls occur repeatedly, sometimes dozens of times a day and at all hours, disrupting homes, businesses, and even emergency lines. While not a direct financial scam, it is a significant and illegal nuisance.
This is likely a misconfigured auto-dialing fax system from a large organization that is stuck in a loop. One user traced it back to Geico. It's a technical error, but because the calls violate the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), reporting it is the best course of action.
"This number has been calling our Business line for over 6 months with fax dialing.. you'd think they'd get the hint that the people they are trying to send a fax to never get it."
Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 201 Scams and Spam Calls
No, area code 470 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Georgia, United States. Area code 470 is a general purpose code that has been in service since February 26, 2010.
Most common 470 scam types are:
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near Georgia, or have a 470 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
Calling back to unknown spam number may incur premium charges or at least confirm your phone number is active and lead to more spam and scam calls.
There are three main ways to reduce spam calls:
It's definitely possible to block all specific area code phone numbers. However, we do not recommend this option because it would also prevent friends, family, doctors, and legitimate businesses from reaching you.
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