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Tag Archives: holiday
Five Tips for Smooth Gift Returns and Exchanges
Inevitably, you or someone in your family will need to return or exchange a gift you receive this weekend. This year, many retailers are adopting stricter return policies in order to crack down on return fraud. While most stores will … Continue reading
“Dear Santa” sites: Is your child’s privacy protected?
Has your child expressed interest in sending a letter to Santa? If so, then maybe you’ve heard of the “Dear Santa” sites that allow children to send a letter to Santa or, in some cases, persuade Santa they were good … Continue reading
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Tagged BBB, Better Business Bureau, Christmas, dear santa, holiday, identity theft, letters, privacy, santa clause, websites
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Make Sure Your Holiday Gift Card is Legit
With the holiday season in full swing, many shoppers are looking for the best gift options for family and friends. For those looking to give gift cards, BBB advises you to properly research all options. Consumers have complained to BBB … Continue reading
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Tagged BBB, Better Business Bureau, Christmas, gift card, holiday, present, tips
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Plan Ahead to Maximize Holiday Travel Safety
With less than three weeks until Christmas, many consumers are finalizing their holiday plans. While presents and food are important items, BBB recommends putting some extra thought into your travel arrangements, especially if you plan to take a road trip. … Continue reading
The Cash Back Scam
I received an email from my mom yesterday about a new scam her co-worker had almost become a victim of. The scam is being called the Cash Back Scam and works like this: when a consumer goes to purchase their … Continue reading
Shop Safely on Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Starting late Thursday night, millions of consumers will descend on local stores and cyberspace hoping to take advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. According to a survey from BIGresearch, the average person will spend more than $500 on … Continue reading
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Tagged BBB, Better Business Bureau, Black Friday, Christmas, Cyber Monday, holiday, shopping
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