Tips On Holiday Scams From The Attorney General
Holiday scams occur more frequently than most people know about. Besides criminal, it is distressing when con artists take advantage of kindhearted people and the holiday season.
Because holiday scams are so common place, the Attorney General of Texas has released a statement with tips and advice for local shoppers. The Attorney General’s information speaks to issues of gifts card scams and online shopping schemes. Plus, it calls attention to the prevalent scam where scammers explain that you have won a lottery then ask for private data so you can collect.
Scammers are always looking to take advantage of people and especially those in the giving spirit. So to enjoy the holidays, stay alert and remember some simple suggestions that can prevent you from becoming a victim of consumer scam.
- Ask questions before making a charitable contribution
- Quickly, hang up on unsolicited telephone offers
- Look for a secure website when making purchases online
Quite a few of the tips may seem like no brainers, but they are necessary reminders for those that tend to feel inordinately generous during the holiday season. And that is exactly the reason the Attorney General put out this message— to many of us become susceptible to holiday scams while in the holiday spirit.
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