December 9th, 2024 by WCBC Radio

As the holiday season gets going, a report from AARP’s Fraud Watch Network finds four in five consumers have already experienced some type of fraud this year. Gift card scams, phishing attempts, and counterfeit products are just a few.  AARP’s Maryland State Director offers tips when shoppers guess they may be taken advantage of…

  

“Legitimate retailers will never request login information for customer support. Consumers should check their billing statement for an official customer service number or use the specific number that appears on the back of a credit card. And finally, go directly to the company’s website by typing in its address.”