The season of giving is almost here, and scammers can definitely take advantage of the generosity surrounding this time of year. The AARP’s new Holiday and Shopping and Scams Report found that nearly ...

As fewer transactions are made with cash, the utilization of credit cards—and their use online, in particular—continues to ...

Fraudsters are using the promise of fake roles to trick job-seekers out of money, personal information or both, and with the help of AI they are more convincing than ever. But there are ways to spot t ...

Gift cards are one of the most popular holiday presents to give, but they’re also one of the easiest for scammers to compromise. That leaves you with a gift card that’s already depleted by the ...

Popular holiday scams include fake delivery notifications, gift card scams, charity scams and more. Scams seem to be getting more and more convincing each year, but learning to spot the signs can help ...

Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering ways for consumers to avoid scam traffic texts. BBB has received several reports of ...

As convenient as apps like Venmo are, they’re not without risk. Research from Security.org found 83% of people who use Venmo, PayPal or similar payment apps experienced some sort of scam (or attempted ...

These days, making a payment can be easier than ever with contactless and even cardless transactions, but in some cases, so ...

Dear Savvy Senior: My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now? — Almost 80 Dear ...

If you suspect you’ve fallen for a scam, take immediate action. Contact your bank or credit card company to dispute the ...

While not all car warranties are scams, consumers should be cautious of unsolicited third-party offers. Common scams involve high-pressure tactics, fake manufacturer affiliations, and official-looking ...