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12/23/2011
BBB warns consumers to be wary of an USPS notices they receive stating that there was a failure to deliver a package that they do not remember ordering. Especially if this notice comes in the form of an email, it could very well be from a scammer phishing for personal/financial information.
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12/22/2011
Your BBB is advising consumers to use caution when opening eCards this holiday season. If you are unsure of the sender's identity, do not open the email or click on links as the email could be carrying malware.
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12/21/2011
Gift cards are always a popular gift during the holidays, but the BBB warns consumers to use caution when purchasing gift cards. See why in today's 12 Scams of BBB Christmas!
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12/20/2011
BBB warns that the already popular "Grandma Scam" may see a spike in activity during the holidays. If you receive a call from a relative who claims they are in distress and need money, the BBB recommends taking extra precautions before giving out personal information or wiring money.
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12/16/2011
Door to door help often seems like a convenient way of going about home repairs, but the BBB warns that hiring workers off your doorstep can lead to one big headache.
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12/14/2011
BBB warns consumers to use caution when entering into contacts with payday loan companies. Make sure to read the fine print and consider all options before making your final decision.
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12/13/2011
While Black Friday used to be the busiest shopping day of the year, now it seems that Cyber Monday has stolen the title. BBB cautions consumers to be wary of suspicious websites that may be offering deals that are 'too good to be true.'
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12/12/2011
Charity scams run rampant in the holiday season. From lookalike charities to flat-out fraud, well-meaning consumers must be on the lookout for con-artists who are looking to take advantage of your goodwill.
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12/09/2011
Who doesn't love going on vacation? BBB warns, though, the holidays are a great time for con-artists to try to sell consumers on a fake timeshare or vacation rental.
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12/08/2011
Consumers who don't want to sacrifice quality for price are susceptible to falling victim to a scammer selling counterfeit merchandise. The BBB warns consumers this holiday season to use common sense and only buy from trusted sources.
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