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Beware of scams that try to cash in on the hype of Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots
Mega Millions warns that scammers may call, email or text to tell you that you're a winner.
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Damar Hamlin fundraiser: What’s real and how to spot a scam
Millions of donations are pouring into a toy drive fundraiser set up by Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin. But scammers are also looking to capitalize.
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Yes, this GoFundMe is really associated with Damar Hamlin
Fans have raised millions in support of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin's toy drive after he suffered a cardiac arrest during a football game against the Bengals.
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3 immediate steps to protect yourself after falling victim to a scam
If you suspect you shared information with a scammer or notice fraudulent charges on an account, it’s important to take action as soon as possible.
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3 immediate steps to protect yourself after falling victim to a scam
Scammers can call, email or send text messages to get money or personal information. If you gave them your credit card, bank, or other info, here is how to lock your
Scams
No, most postage stamps being sold at a major discount aren’t real. This is a scam.
If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. A significant discount on stamps this holiday season is a “tell-tale sign” that they’re fake.
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Huge discounts on postage stamps point to scams
If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. A significant discount on stamps this holiday season is a “tell-tale sign” that they’re fake.
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How to spot holiday shopping scams
Scammers try to take advantage of the holiday season, when many people are shopping and donating more than they usually do. Here’s what to be wary of.
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Watch out for these common holiday scams
Scammers try to take advantage of the holiday season, when many people are shopping and donating more than they usually do. Here’s what to be wary of.
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There's no $150 Kroger coupon — this is a scam
A VERIFY viewer asked if Kroger is really giving away a free $150 coupon for the company’s anniversary — it’s not. Similar coupon scams have circulated since 2013.
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Scammers are sending Amazon job offers over social media
Scammers are messaging groups of 50 strangers on Twitter and other platforms offering fake jobs they claim could pay $200 for one hour of remote work.
Scams
Beware of scams that try to cash in on the hype of Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots
Mega Millions warns that scammers may call, email or text to tell you that you're a winner.
Sports
Damar Hamlin fundraiser: What’s real and how to spot a scam
Millions of donations are pouring into a toy drive fundraiser set up by Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin. But scammers are also looking to capitalize.
Sports
Yes, this GoFundMe is really associated with Damar Hamlin
Fans have raised millions in support of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin's toy drive after he suffered a cardiac arrest during a football game against the Bengals.
Scams
3 immediate steps to protect yourself after falling victim to a scam
If you suspect you shared information with a scammer or notice fraudulent charges on an account, it’s important to take action as soon as possible.
Scams
3 immediate steps to protect yourself after falling victim to a scam
Scammers can call, email or send text messages to get money or personal information. If you gave them your credit card, bank, or other info, here is how to lock your
Scams
No, most postage stamps being sold at a major discount aren’t real. This is a scam.
If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. A significant discount on stamps this holiday season is a “tell-tale sign” that they’re fake.
Scams
Huge discounts on postage stamps point to scams
If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. A significant discount on stamps this holiday season is a “tell-tale sign” that they’re fake.
Scams
How to spot holiday shopping scams
Scammers try to take advantage of the holiday season, when many people are shopping and donating more than they usually do. Here’s what to be wary of.
Scams
Watch out for these common holiday scams
Scammers try to take advantage of the holiday season, when many people are shopping and donating more than they usually do. Here’s what to be wary of.
Scams
There's no $150 Kroger coupon — this is a scam
A VERIFY viewer asked if Kroger is really giving away a free $150 coupon for the company’s anniversary — it’s not. Similar coupon scams have circulated since 2013.
Scams
Scammers are sending Amazon job offers over social media
Scammers are messaging groups of 50 strangers on Twitter and other platforms offering fake jobs they claim could pay $200 for one hour of remote work.
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