Columbus, OH – Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday—oh my! This year brings even more opportunities for consumers to compare, share, and shop with an abundance of deals already in motion. Judy Dollison, Better Business Bureau President, highlights a concerning trend: online shopping scams have…
The Better Business Bureau regularly cautions consumers about scams as they prepare for the beginning of the school year. The BBB offers advice when shopping for books, clothes, school supplies, backpacks or other essentials: — Start your back to school shopping by creating a list. Jot down everything you need…
Fashionistas are being scammed out of thousands of dollars as fraudulent websites disguise themselves as an online store for the popular Australian retailer Witchery. The scams are being served as internet advertisements, with suspicious-looking bit.ly links and sales too good to be true, prompting a new warning for shoppers. In…
A couple of days ago, a friend of mine posted something written by a friend of his on Facebook. This is what she had to say: “I’ve been contemplating what I really miss in life. Why do I feel this empty space? I have not felt completely full in a…
Recently, a fraud alert was issued by the Moraine Police Department in Ohio after receiving complaints from Kroger customers who had been charged hundreds of dollars for merchandise they did not order or receive. Photo byKipp Teague/Flickr Shopping scams are a common occurrence and can be frustrating for customers who…
Shopping online during the holidays can simplify gift-giving but also leaves you vulnerable to potential fraud. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, thousands of people become victims of holiday scams, robbing them of their personal information, money, and holiday spirit. While you know that online scams happen, you may…
Fritz Jorgensen / Getty Images Facebook Marketplace has become a go-to for consumers looking to buy and sell everything from vintage clothing to a used bike to furniture, or for those looking to rent an apartment or even buy a car. It’s targeted to your area of choice, giving you…
We join our voice with the Better Business Bureau in cautioning consumers about scams as they prepare for the beginning of the school year. The BBB offers advice when shopping for books, clothes, school supplies, backpacks or other essentials: — Start your back-to-school shopping by creating a list. Jot down…
The following events are set to take place between Thursday, June 30 and Thursday, July 7. Exhibit of historical Verona photos on display through July 12 An exhibit at the Verona Public Library invites you to discover the hidden stories behind places you walk by every day in Verona. The…
ALDI shoppers have been urged to be wary of a “convincing” new supermarket scam targeting vulnerable social media users. A fake Facebook post is currently circulating, telling consumers they can pick up a free LG television by following a few simple steps. The post includes photos showing crates of the…
