Retail stores are not the only ones getting ready for the holiday season. There are a variety of scams that happen this time of year. It is important to watch for red flags to avoid becoming a victim.
Scammers do not discriminate and anyone can be a target. If a deal sounds too good to be true, it’s probably a scam.
The Better Business Bureau released its '12 Scams of Christmas' online.
- Look-Alike Websites
- Social Media Gift Exchange
- Grandparent Scams
- Temporary Holiday Jobs
- Free Gift Cards
- E-Cards
- Fake Shipping Notifications
- Phony Charities
- Letters From Santa
- Unusual Forms of Payments
- Travel Scams
- Puppy Scams
You can learn more about each one here.
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