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Investment scams take many forms, but all prey on the desire to make money without much risk. Some scenarios include pressure to purchase, trade, or store digital assets (cryptocurrency) with fraudulent exchanges. Share this with your loved ones. #ConsumerTips #MilitaryScams

Those texts that claim you have a package are getting tricker to figure out. BBB can help you figure out what’s real and what’s not.

Before you order your holiday packages, make sure you have plans in place to receive them! Forty-four percent of Americans have had a package stolen at some point in their life, according to Security.org. Read our tips for keeping porch pirates from stealing your purchases. Do your part. Shop Smart. Learn more at BBB.org/ShopSmart #PorchPirates #HolidayScams

Have you seen this scam??? How the scam works: You receive a text message from what appears to be a state tollway collection service, like the Illinois Tollway or the Florida Turnpike (Sunpass). The text message says you owe a road toll fee of $11.69 or around $12, but you need to pay it immediately to avoid a late fee of $50. Other variations are the Ohio Turnpike for $7.60 or even $97.50, with a $150 penalty, and Texas Toll for $7.79. The message includes a link to settle your balance, which appears to be from the state’s toll service, making the message look legitimate. However, if you click the link, you may notice they are asking for sensitive personal information, like your Social Security number. If you proceed and provide your personal and payment information on the website, scammers could now have access to that information, and you may have lost some money. #TollRoad #PhishingScam #TextMessage #ScamAlert

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Cyber Monday is one of the top shopping days of the year. But of course, not all deals will be limited to Cyber Monday; many online shopping activities and special holiday sales will continue throughout the holiday season.

During your time at the airport ?? According to the Department of Transportation, you should arrive at the airport at least two hours early before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight to allow time for security checks and unexpected delays. ?? Familiarize yourself with TSA guidelines regarding prohibited items, liquids, and electronics. This will expedite the security screening process. ?? Carry a list of emergency contacts and important information, including your airline's customer service number and embassy contacts if traveling abroad. #Travel #Airport #TSA #safety #Airplane #Flying #BBB

Protect yourself. Protect others. Detect, Protect, and Report scams at BBB.org/ScamTracker.

Our complex marketplace demands educated, savvy consumers. BBB Akron's Marketplace Education Initiative provides a variety of workshops and educational opportunities for consumers of all ages, from middle and high school students to senior citizens, programs for veterans' groups, families of active-duty military personnel and members of the business community. Thank you to our sponsors: Ohio Department of Commerce and Dominion Energy https://lnkd.in/gfJYB3rj

Consumer experiences matter to us – and businesses! ? This November, help out a business near you and let them know if they've done a great job. ?? in comments!