Consumer News How To Avoid Falling Victim To Scams This Holiday Season

How scammers use the holiday season to steal your money, information

Scammers particularly use the holiday season to steal your money and information. Hoping consumers will let down their guard, or just trying to spoof legitimate businesses, scammers will do everything ... Read More

How to avoid fake products and scams when shopping online this holiday season

Holiday shopping is in full swing, and a lot of us are turning to online stores because it’s quick and convenient. Read More

Scammers plan to prey on holiday shoppers: How to avoid becoming a victim

Experts are warning about scams around this time of year to help prevent a tragic end to the holiday season. It is a common misconception that only the elderly are scammed, when actually all ages can ... Read More

How to avoid scams and fraud this holiday season

The season of giving is almost here, and scammers can definitely take advantage of the generosity surrounding this time of year. Read More

What Coastal Bend shoppers need to know about holiday scams before heading to the stores

As holiday shopping picks up nationwide, federal agencies are urging consumers to stay alert for an increase in online scams, fake ads and fraudulent sellers targeting shoppers looking for deals. Read More

Avoid holiday scams by using these tips

What it comes down to, in Bakersfield as anywhere, is staying aware and taking precautions. For that, Selby, McEvilly and others offered a set of tips to avoid becoming a victim at a time of year when ... Read More

Officials warn of scams ahead of the holiday season, give tips on how to defend from scammers

All year, officials warn people to be on the lookout for scammers. They said they often see a spike in scam reports during the holiday season. Read More

Innovative gift card scam plagues shoppers; the simple step you can take to avoid being a victim

PINOLE, Calif. -- Police are warning about an innovative gift card scam that's going around this holiday season. Shoppers in California recently lost hundreds of dollars to the scam. They bought gift ... Read More

Shop smart, stay safe: How reviews can help you avoid holiday scams

86% of shoppers check reviews before buying — and skipping that step can cost you. Scammers are using AI and fake retailer messages to trick consumers during the holiday rush. Reading and writing ... Read More

Bankers Assoc., DACO launch campaign to avoid holiday scams

The joint effort encourages responsible credit use and awareness of consumer rights during the high-spending Christmas season in Puerto Rico. #NewsismyBusiness - Stay updated with the latest Puerto ... Read More

‘Tis the season for holiday scams: How to stay safe and shop smart

This content has been created by the Finextra editorial team with inputs from subject matter experts at the funding sponsor. The holiday season brings joy, celebration and a surge in online shopping. Read More

How to avoid open enrollment scams this season

Scam calls and texts spike during Medicare and Marketplace open enrollment, targeting consumers’ personal and financial information. Fraudsters use urgent messaging, fake government impersonation, and ... Read More