Gift card and package delivery scams ramp up this holiday season: The signs to watch for
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning of two popular scams in the days ahead of Christmas, including gift card "draining" and package delivery scams. In this scam, experts say scammers either scan gift card barcodes to clone them after they are purchased and loaded, or put their own barcode over top of the original one.
Better Business Bureau warns of gift card scams during holiday season
As holiday shopping ramps up, taking these simple steps can help ensure your gift reaches its intended recipient without any surprises.
Better Business Bureau releases ‘Naughty List' of 12 holiday scams
With less than a week until Christmas and local law enforcement, the FBI and the Better Business Bureau are sounding the alarm about holiday season scams.
Amarillo BBB shares how to avoid gift card scams
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The Better Business Bureau of Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle is sharing how you can avoid gift card scams. The Better Business Bureau says gift card scams are a year long problem, but the holiday season is the time of year most gift cards are purchased.
Better Business Bureau warning about fake charity scams
We’re On Your Side with a warning from the Better Business Bureau about fake charity scams. Many of you might be looking to give back to a local charity or nonprofit this holiday season but how do you know if it’s legit?
Scammers are targeting gift cards this holiday season, FTC says
The Federal Trade Commission is issuing a warning about one of the most popular gifts this time of year.
FTC warns shoppers about gift card scams ahead of holiday rush
The Federal Trade Commission warns that scammers can access gift card numbers and PINs even before purchase. Kelly O'Grady shares tips for staying safe during one of the busiest shopping days of the year.
Don't let scammers ruin your holidays. Protect yourself with these tips.
Don't be a victim of a holiday scam. Here are some common ways fraudsters will try to steal your money this Christmas.
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Tips to survive the holiday gift return rush
Holiday shoppers are expected to return nearly $900 billion worth of gifts this year, a 17-percent increase from a year ago.
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Consumer Reports: Fraud reports spike 125% due to fake online sales
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Better Business Bureau Offers Tips for Holiday Returns and Exchanges
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Better Business Bureau: Identity theft is a serious crime
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Consumer Reports helps shoppers avoid fake online ad scams
Online shoppers may not realize they are buying from third-party vendors rather than a reputable shopping site.
BBB: Beware of fraudulent QR codes
Scanning a QR code can be a convenient way to get to a company’s website, but not all QR codes are created equal.