Gift card exploitation scams are on the rise during the holidays As we head into the holiday season, a gift card scam known as “card draining” is occurring. The Federal Bureau of Investigation warns that gift cards could be activated with $0 balances due to this growing scam. Priskila Basnet of Woodbury said she recently … [Read more…]
CARY, NC — Be careful when thinking about purchasing a gift card as a Christmas or holiday gift this year. Shopping experts are warning about a scam known as “gift card exploitation” this holiday season. This is a trick that steals money from gift cards before you have a chance to use them. Nicole Cordero … [Read more…]
Gifts, lavish meals, family trips: Christmas invites spending, especially in these difficult times when everything seems more expensive. Here you will find five expert tips for saving on vacation. • Also read: “It’s in line with our values”: An eco-friendly family will give fewer gifts at Christmas • Also read: 7 tips for a healthy … [Read more…]
Everything is state of the art. All the holiday joy. Earn points from friends and family on your list this holiday season with the latest Samsung devices. Check out the list below for this year’s Galaxy gift guide. FOR THE JET SETTER: Are you longing for the perfect getaway or do you know a jet … [Read more…]
After two years of increased spending, consumers are grappling with challenges such as rising interest rates, dwindling savings, paying off student loans and credit card debt. “Call it picky, demanding, careful, cautious,” Dana Telsey, CEO of Telsey Advisory Group said Yahoo Finance Live. “It will be careful [holiday] Season.” JCPenney CEO Marc Rosen told Yahoo … [Read more…]