Card skimmers are hard to spot and on the rise. Here's what you can do to protect yourself.

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Card skimmers are hard to spot and on the rise. Here's what you can do to protect yourself.

A credit card skimmer seized by police during an investigation into identity theft in Glendale, CA.Ted Soqui/Getty ImagesCredit card skimmers are increasingly targeting the financially vulnerable nationwide.The FBI estimates card skimming costs consumers and banks around $1 billion yearly.Authorities report a rise in card skimming and EBT fraud, urging vigilance and preventive measures.Credit card skimmers are on the rise nationwide and they're …