BANNER CORPORATION

I was connected via email for a job position. Asked to complete interview via teams. The interview was conducted via text on teams. I was then scheduled a phone interview. That lasted 10 min and I was offered the job. I was told to message back to the recruiter through teams and they would start the onboarding process. They then asked me to email [email protected] with my name, address and phone number to set up my work from home information. I asked for an offer letter and they made up an excuse that I had to complete this step with the home office team first. Called the company and asked for the people that I spoke with. Kept getting transferred to other people. One person verified that person did work at the company but in another office. Could never reach the person. [BBB Scam Type: Employment] [Business: Banner Health] [Location: KY, USA - 40243]

A new resort was starting up in my area called the Lookout Towers. They advertised for $50 you could become a VIP allowing deals and early access to the resort in 2026. The booking dates were supposed to open in October of 2025. I signed up as a VIP and continued to get information regarding progress and the booking release dates. Once the booking dates were opened up myself and many others booked under the assumption we were truly booking a stay at a resort that would open in October of 2026. Since I have booked I have continued to follow their social media posts but in the comments many folks were having issues, reaching out with no responses, stating it was a scam and couldnt get their money back. I too have now experienced the same. I called the company with no answer or response. I also called the town of Beech Mountain where the resort was to be built and confirmed with the planning and zoning department that there are currently no plans pending for this company or a resort of this nature. They also mentioned several other folks had called inquiring and that I was not the first. I then tried reaching out to American Express since I used my Amex to book the dates and they requested I report to the BBB. So far I have been unsuccessful in a refund or contacting anyone at the "company". [BBB Scam Type: Online Purchase] [Business: Lookout Towers LLC Banner Elk NC Dat] [Location: NC, USA- 27455]