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5 Scams to Watch Out For
12-26-2023
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There are over 100 scams that target consumers throughout the year. According to Technologist Domestic Violence Survivor, Laura Frombach, and Former Deputy Sheriff, Joy Farrow, co-authors of Street Smart Safety for Women [Health Communications Inc / October 3, 2023], scammers don’t take holidays off from their life of crime, they work harder. They take advantage of people’s kindness and inattentiveness.
Scammers use deceptive ways to separate you from your money and personal data. Being Persuasion Proof can help you avoid being a victim of Predators.
In an informational interview, article, or expert commentary, warning listeners of potential threats, Joy & Laura can discuss navigating:
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Online Package Delivery Scams - It’s not just people coming to your home you have to worry about, sometimes they send what looks like a delivery error message and you need to click a link. It looks legit. But alas, these are way to common forms thieves use to obtain your data. They know people are concerned that their package is arriving on time or that they are excited about getting a package.
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Gift Card Scams - Scammers impersonate name brand companies promising a gift card in exchange for a shopper’s information.
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Charity Scams - Thieves know people will donate during the holidays especially for well-known charities. Be cautious of people going door to door asking for money for their “organization”. Predators use this ploy to gain entry to rob the homeowners.
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Fake Online Shopping Sites - These pop-up on social media because they look like regular stores. Red flags: If the website asks too many personal financial questions, if there isn’t the company contact information, if there are no reviews and if there isn’t a clear return policy. If you find any issues with the site, that’s a reason not to shop on it.
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Romance Scams - Fake profiles on dating websites and social media platforms are where they look to establish a relationship with their victims, before asking for money for hardships.
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