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Tips to avoid the 2023 Amazon scams

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Two 2023 Amazon scamsWhen Amazon began as a humble online bookseller in 1994 in Jeff Bezos's garage, online scams didn’t exist. Fast forward to today, and the company is one of the largest retailers in the world. Is it any wonder it’s also a lure for online scams? Here are five tips to avoid two of the 2023 Amazon scams.In mid-December, an email landed in my inbox. It … [Read more...] about Tips to avoid the 2023 Amazon scams

Santa doesn’t need your social security number

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I wish I could take credit for that headline, but I originally saw it in this Federal Trade Commission post. I loved it because it really clarifies what happens as we close in on the end of the year. Not only is this the traditional time for food, fun, family, and more, but the holidays are also a tough time. That's why I wanted to give you 4 holiday scam tips. Whether you … [Read more...] about Santa doesn’t need your social security number

Charitable giving scams come front and center

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It’s hard for me to believe that I haven’t written about charity scams in nearly three years. A lot has changed, and a lot hasn’t, in the wide world of charitable giving scams. One thing that hasn’t changed is that charitable donations surge during these last three months of the year. The charities know this, and so do the scammers. That’s one reason October 17-21 was Charity … [Read more...] about Charitable giving scams come front and center

The Google Voice verification code scam gets real

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By now, most of us are familiar with authentication codes sent by websites to confirm our identity. Leave it to the scammers, however, to find a way to use that to their advantage. What is the Google Voice Verification Code scam?The scam targets people who have posted online about items for sale on sites like Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. Just so everyone else … [Read more...] about The Google Voice verification code scam gets real