CONSUMER FIRST ALERT: Holiday scams [Video]

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) – Consumer First Alert is calling your attention to scammers trying to steal your holiday cheer — and your money.

It’s a busy time of the year. Scammers know that, and they’re hoping to catch you off-guard. So, you have to be extra careful when a deal pops onto your screen or you get an urgent text notification.

AARP Fraud Watch shared some eye-opening new data from a survey.

A majority of U.S. consumers (82%) experienced some type of fraud this year.

Over a third were a victim buying a product through an ad on their social media feed.

AARP says it’s best to shop at retailers you know using their app or going directly to their website.

While payment apps like Cash App, Venmo and Zelle are gaining popularity, they don’t offer the same protection as credit cards.

“A credit card is the safest way …