Coming off the holiday season, attorneys general from 13 states — including Michigan — and the District of Columbia are calling on the public to be aware of gift card scams and report if they ...

Gift card scams often involve fraudsters impersonating trusted organizations or individuals and pressuring victims to ...

Report Fraud, the national body for fraud reporting, believes it has increased by about 25% over the past two years. New ...

Register the card when possible, keep your receipt, and check the balance directly with the retailer. Victims should keep their gift card or receipt and report the scam to DC’s DISB at 202‑727‑8000 ...

And if you do end up with a scam card, you can file a report with the gift card issuer, though your mileage may vary in terms ...

Stay vigilant against gift card scams as Christmas nears. Protect your holiday gifts and finances with these essential tips.

Around the holidays, it’s easy to fall victim to a scam while shopping, paying for gifts, or waiting for packages. “Scammers have become incredibly sophisticated in their attempts. They are getting ...

Despite your best intentions, it can be difficult to get everyone in your circle a perfect – or at least personal – gift.So you turn to Plan B: gift cards. Easy to get. Easy to use. Usually ...

Shop for gift cards at stores you know and trust. The FTC said consumers should avoid buying from online auction sites ...

Rayfield said government agencies and reputable companies will never demand payment via gift cards; requests for immediate action or secrecy are red flags. If you or someone you know has been targeted ...