The watch-out-for-the-latest-hot-scam list keeps growing and now includes baby formula that’s in short supply, CBD gummies, and, yes, more Amazon scams.
Many times, the odds of losing money to crooks goes up when we’re under a great deal of stress, panicked about taking care of our families and trying to fix a problem quickly by shopping online.
Shopping online for baby formula could prove to be a bad mix
Mothers are being warned to watch out for potential con artists as families try to cope with the shortage of baby formula.
The extremely limited supply of baby formula on store shelves is likely to drive many parents and caregivers to shop online. But the Better Business Bureau is warning that online shopping scams are quite prevalent for many goods.
Fraudsters can set up fake websites that might impersonate some well-known outfits. Or they may trick consumers with social media posts that claim to be posted by someone who has extra formula and would be willing to take cash via a cash app.
The BBB did not hear of specific consumer complaints in mid-May but noted that well-publicized shortages can give fraudsters another way to steal money or ID information from consumers.
If you’re tempted by a website or social media post, don’t act quickly simply because you’re on edge.
Go online and search the word “scam” to look for other complaints or similar pitches.
Be skeptical of promises or pitches that you receive out of blue on social media or via email.
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