How to Spot Online Shopping Scams and Protect Your Wallet
How to Spot Online Shopping Scams and Protect Your Wallet Online shopping has become so routine that it’s easy to let your guard down. A quick search, a tempting discount, a few clicks, and your purchase is on its way. But scammers have gotten better at mimicking legitimate stores, and the volume of fraudulent websites and phishing emails continues to rise. Government agencies like the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regularly put out warnings — not just for veterans, but for all consumers — urging people to watch out for scams and stay safe while online shopping. ...