Avoid These Online Shopping Scams Before Amazon Prime Day Amazon Prime Day 2026 is expected to pull in record spending, but as the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has warned, scammers are already gearing up to exploit the event. Fake deals, phishing emails, and fraudulent websites are circulating, aimed at taking your money or personal information. Here’s what you need to know to shop safely. ...
Shop Smart This Father’s Day and Prime Day: How to Spot Scams Before You Buy Record spending is expected this Father’s Day and Amazon Prime Day, with consumers looking for gifts and deals. But scammers are also gearing up for the surge. Phishing emails, fake shopping sites, and too-good-to-be-true offers on social media become more common during these high-traffic events. A recent WRAL report highlighted that fraud attempts tend to spike when shoppers are rushing to buy (source: WRAL, June 19, 2026). Here’s a practical guide to spotting and avoiding the most common scams, so you can shop safely. ...