Rossen Reports: Beware of this scam during Target and Amazon sales events

As major shopping events approach, Jeff Rossen warns you about common scams to avoid.

As major shopping events approach, Jeff Rossen warns you about common scams to avoid.

Hi. Yeah, Target Circle week, Amazon prime day and Walmart shopping holiday all return next week. So I wanna make sure you watch out for these three scams. When you're shopping online, one, you get *** text or an email that says, hey, there's an issue with your account. Click here to update your payment info. Don't click that link or use that address instead. Go to the actual company website. It says Target go to Target directly from your own browser. Log into your account. If there's *** real issue, you're gonna find it there too. Fake social media ads. You see *** post directing you to what looks like *** real website but it could be fake. Always check the URL. Make sure it starts with this http S the S stands for Cure three. Be mindful of third party sellers. Most are legit but some could be scammers always Google the seller and check reviews and if they try to take you off the site to pay, never do that. Stay in the app. That's an immediate red flag. More tips on my Rawson Reports newsletter plus some bonus content at Rawson reports.com. Sign up back to you?

Rossen Reports: Beware of this scam during Target and Amazon sales events

As major shopping events approach, Jeff Rossen warns you about common scams to avoid.

With Target Circle Week, Amazon Prime Day and Walmart's shopping holiday returning next week, it's crucial to be aware of potential scams while shopping online. Rossen Reports is sharing three common scams to look out for.Membership scamsIn this scam, you’ll get a text or email claiming there’s an issue with your account or membership, and that you should click a link to update your payment information. Don’t click that link, because it could be a phishing attempt. Instead, go to the company’s website directly and log into your account. If there’s a real issue, you’ll find it there.Fake social media adsIn this scam, you see a post on social media advertising an amazing deal. It directs you to a website that looks super real, but we know by now that scammers can create fraudulent websites that look legitimate. Always double-check the URL of the website you’re on, and ensure the URL starts with "HTTPS" to confirm it's secure.Third-party seller scamsBe mindful of third-party sellers on sites like Amazon, Target, and Walmart. While most are legitimate, some may try to scam you. Always research the seller and read reviews, and never make payments outside the official website. If the seller tries to take you to a third-party platform �� that’s an immediate red flag you could be getting scammed.Have a question for Jeff Rossen? He’s answering your consumer questions every Friday in the new segment "Rossen Responds." Email your questions to him at [email protected]. Want bonus content and exclusive deals? Make sure to sign up for our free newsletter at RossenReports.com.

Membership scams

In this scam, you’ll get a text or email claiming there’s an issue with your account or membership, and that you should click a link to update your payment information. Don’t click that link, because it could be a phishing attempt. Instead, go to the company’s website directly and log into your account. If there’s a real issue, you’ll find it there.

Fake social media ads

In this scam, you see a post on social media advertising an amazing deal. It directs you to a website that looks super real, but we know by now that scammers can create fraudulent websites that look legitimate. Always double-check the URL of the website you’re on, and ensure the URL starts with "HTTPS" to confirm it's secure.

Third-party seller scams

Be mindful of third-party sellers on sites like Amazon, Target, and Walmart. While most are legitimate, some may try to scam you. Always research the seller and read reviews, and never make payments outside the official website. If the seller tries to take you to a third-party platform �� that’s an immediate red flag you could be getting scammed.

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