I love the holidays. They are truly my favorite time of the year. That’s why it pains me to say that not only is the holiday season a time for joy, generosity, and celebration—but it’s also a prime time for scammers to strike. To help you stay safe, here are what I call The 12 Scams of Christmas. Let’s unwrap these holiday hazards and learn how to avoid them.#1 Fake Charity … [Read more...] about 24 Tips to Avoid the 12 Scams of Christmas
12 Scams of Christmas
Good grief! Not another letter from Santa scam!
Letters from Santa - here we go againThe first email hit my inbox on December 1st. The second came in this morning. The subject was, ‘Your kids will love Santa’s letter.’ Good grief. Are we really doing this one again? Apparently so because the scammers know parents can be suckers for something as awesome for their kids as a personalized letter from Santa. Well, … [Read more...] about Good grief! Not another letter from Santa scam!
12 Scams of Christmas list continues — holiday deal scams and mobile apps
This is Week Three in my 12 Scams of Christmas countdown. In Week One, I covered Soggy Security and Mystery Shopper scams. Week Two covered those fake debt collectors and coupon scams. #8) Hot holiday deal scams Hot holiday deals were included in last year's list, but that post was more about stolen and fake goods. Last year's tip still applies because there are still plenty … [Read more...] about 12 Scams of Christmas list continues — holiday deal scams and mobile apps
12 Scams of Christmas — soggy security and mystery shopping
I just realized there are 41 days left until Christmas. It's a scary thought. Where did the year go? Better yet, what will the end of the year bring? One thing is certain, the holiday season will bring out scammers. With that in mind, here are the first two entries from this year's "12 Scams of Christmas" list. #12 — Soggy Security ’Tis the season for bad little hackers and … [Read more...] about 12 Scams of Christmas — soggy security and mystery shopping