BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – The Better Business Bureau helps us take a look at some holiday scams and how to protect yourself from losing your money.
The BBB says remain vigilant this time of year because thieves will try and steal your money and information.
The first scam they want to warn you about is misleading social media ads that look like great deals or offers.
President of the BBB Carl Bates said, “You order it, then they’re gone. So the scammer has either deleted the offer and gotten your credit card information, or maybe hundreds of people’s credit card information, and then they’re gone.”
Some other ones the BBB sees are fake shipping text messages and gift card scams and they’ve already seen over 15 reports just this week.
“Taking the money that you put on the gift card or you’re the person who gave you the gift has put on …