Holiday Scams to Watch Out for This Season

Holiday scams to watch out for this season

From fake ads to phony pet sales, here are 12 seasonal scams you need to know about.

Rome Scam Alert: Scammers Pretend To Be Grandchildren in Holiday Emergency Scheme

Rome police are warning older adults about scammers pretending to be grandchildren who need emergency money during holiday travel. What’s Happening: Criminals are calling grandparents and claiming to be their grandchild traveling home for Christmas. They say they’re in trouble and need money sent immediately through gift cards, CashApp, or wire transfers. What’s Important: The scammers create […] The post Rome Scam Alert: Scammers Pretend To Be …

BBB’s 12 Scams of the Holidays

When shopping or donating this holiday season, watch out for schemes trying to swipe your cash or steal your personal information.

BBB warns of 12 scams of the holidays

The holiday season is a time for joy and giving, but scammers are hard at work looking for ways to take advantage of the season.

12 Scams of Christmas: How fake delivery notices can steal your holiday cheer

Holiday scams are on the rise! Learn how fake delivery notices trick shoppers into giving away personal information and how to protect yourself this season.

BBB warns holiday shoppers to watch for package delivery scams

With online shopping hitting its seasonal peak, the Better Business Bureau is urging consumers to stay alert for delivery-related scams that ramp up during the holidays. “Scammers know the holidays are hectic and count on people reacting quickly when they see a delivery message,” said Neesha Hothi, Director of Marketing and Communications for BBB Serving Mainland BC. “A moment of panic thinking you might miss a package is often all they need to …