Help Me Hank: Tips to stay safe this holiday shopping season
The holiday shopping season is here and we want you to be safe online. (Pixabay, Pixabay 2023)
DETROIT – The holiday shopping season is here and we want you to be safe online.
A Detroit woman called me after seeing a wig on Instagram for $512. She paid and the merchandise never arrived.
Remember to always use a credit card it offers more protection than a debit card. And, make sure you look at verified reviews. Know what you’re buying and where you’re buying it from.
Finally, keep track of all your communication with the business owner. And, if you’ve been scammed, contact police, the Better Business Bureau and the Attorney General, Dana Nessel.
I’ll see you today at 4 & 5 p.m.
Stay safe!
---> BBB: 6 things to look for when buying online
More information on avoiding and reporting scams can be found on the Federal Trade Commission website
Consumer complaints can be filed online on the Attorney General’s website
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