While 2021 is quickly winding down, scams targeting the public continue to cause trouble.
Consumers should watch out for any fraudulent schemes aimed at swiping their cash and stealing personal information.
To assist consumers in identifying and avoiding scams this holiday season, Better Business Bureau (BBB) has put together a list with the top 12 scams of Christmas that are most likely to catch consumers and donors off guard this season.
Consumers encounter many of the scams on this list through email and social media platforms; however, the latter is where most people are vulnerable. BBB recommends consumers exercise caution when coming across social media ads about discounted items, event promotions, job opportunities and donation requests, as well as direct messages from strangers. If you are asked to make a payment or donation by wire or e-transfer, through third parties, by prepaid debit or gift cards, treat this as a