727 area code phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:
| Phone Number | Complaints | Last Reported |
|---|---|---|
| (727) 488-0808 | ||
| (727) 688-0868 | ||
| (727) 534-5236 | ||
| (727) 628-7786 | ||
| (727) 594-5324 | ||
| (727) 633-7462 | ||
| (727) 746-9772 | ||
| (727) 755-0199 | ||
| (727) 602-3487 | ||
| (727) 263-4535 |
The 727 area code is a common source for fake lawsuit threats and Social Security scams. Criminals claim your social security number is suspended to trick you into revealing personal data.
Leaves threatening recordings about a complaint, promising to serve papers at home or employment.
"It is a recording that says there is a complaint against you and we will be at your place of employment and residence to take care of this situation. It doesn't say who they are or who the call is for but is threatening."
Automated message claims SSN is suspended for fraudulent activity and threatens arrest.
"Automated message saying your SSN has been suspended due to fraudulent activity."
Threatens immediate 30-minute power shutoff for a past-due account, demanding fast payment via apps/gift cards.
"Received a call said my power was being shut off in 30 minutes and to give them my bank information and to make a payment of $198"
Robocall pushing a final courtesy notice for extended car warranties on vehicles no longer owned.
"We've been trying to reach you concerning your cars extended warrantee. You should have received something in the mail... We are giving you a final courtesy call before we close out your file."
Robocalls presenting unsolicited cash offers to buy homes below market value.
"This is Tyler. And ... look. I know this call's out of the blue. But I just wanted to see if you'd consider a cash offer for your property. We're a team of real estate investors based here in Clearwater Beach."
Falsely claims Google Business Listing is unverified to sell unnecessary management services.
"Hello, please don't hang up. We've called numerous times to verify your business with Google. Our records show that your business has not verified. Press one now, so we can verify your business with Google."
Leaves vague voicemails claiming a shipment needs verification to steal identity or addresses.
"This is David, I just tried to call you but your phone was on answering machine. We have one of your shipment for delivery and before the shipment delivery, we need to verify your details like shipping address, email address etc."
Area code 727 covers Pinellas County and the western third of Pasco County in Florida.
Area code 727 was originally proposed as an overlay to area code 813 . This plan was changed to a split, and area code 727 was created. In 1998, Pinellas County and the western part of Pasco County were split from area code 813 into area code 727.
Across the bay from Tampa, the 727 area code covers the St. Petersburg and Clearwater stretch of Florida's central Gulf Coast. Raymond James financial advisors, Tech Data sales representatives, and beach resort booking agents are frequent callers from this prefix.