5 tips to avoid gift card scams in December 2023

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December 2023

Welcome to the December 2023 edition of The Snitch. No matter what holiday you celebrate, with all the craziness of the season swirling around us, it's easy to get caught up in the ease of sending gift cards. But don't let that convenience blind you to what's becoming the scammer's go-to this season, gift card scams.

In this issue, I've got 5 tips to help you avoid this scam. And just in case you get caught, I've included resources to help you recover. So, let's get to it. Grab a cup of coffee or hot cocoa and get ready to stay informed and vigilant this holiday season.

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The Cove Talkers News from Seaside Cove

If you've read the Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast Mysteries, you've heard about the local gossip rag, The Cove Talkers Newsletter. Just for you, here's the latest that the locals are talking about.

Tyler Winkle, the former owner of a world-class San Diego bakery, moved to Seaside Cove with his 17-year-old niece, Veronica.

Word on the street is that Veronica found herself in some trouble with the law after her mother's sudden death. Rumor has it that her uncle was running the family business into the ground and was forced to sell. Let's hope their lives settle down now that they're here in Seaside Cove.

December Booklovers Bench Contest

We’re running our December contest over at Booklovers Bench. We're giving away a very cool Booklovers Bench logo mug this month. Be sure to stop by and enter at bookloversbench.com

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