Gift Scams

How to Avoid Mother’s Day Shopping Scams: BBB Alert and Safety Tips With Mother’s Day just days away, many of us are still hunting for the perfect gift online. Scammers know this, and the Better Business Bureau has issued a fresh alert warning shoppers about a spike in cons targeting last-minute buyers. The alert, reported this week by the Daily Herald, highlights fake storefronts, phishing emails, and social media ads that look like legitimate deals but are designed to steal your money or personal information. Here is what you need to know to shop safely. ...

How to Spot Mother’s Day Shopping Scams: A BBB Alert Guide Scammers are out in full force ahead of Mother’s Day. With shoppers hunting for gifts, con artists are deploying fake websites, phishing emails, and fraudulent social media ads designed to steal money and personal information. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) issued an alert on May 7, 2026, detailing the most common schemes and how to avoid them. Here’s what you need to know to shop safely this year. ...

Don’t Get Scammed This Mother’s Day: 3 Fraud Alerts You Need to Know Mother’s Day is one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year, and unfortunately, scammers know that. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued an annual alert warning consumers about fraudulent offers, fake websites, and phishing messages that target people looking for gifts. Whether you’re buying flowers, jewelry, or a spa package, a few minutes of caution can save you money and frustration. ...