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  2. How to identify a scam call before you're taken advantage of

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    This scam often targets native Spanish speakers and has scammers pose as utility-company employees calling to request immediate payment or they will shut off your service. The payment is most ...

  3. 10 most common eBay scams to look out for

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    The email stated that the funds have been locked away and will release only when the buyer receives a tracking ID for the product…the email looked genuine, and it came from a real-looking email ...

  4. 30 Scam Phone Numbers To Block and Area Codes To Avoid - AOL

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    Use apps: There are several spam-blocking apps you can use to avoid becoming the next victim. FAQ Here are the answers to some of the most common questions about scam phone numbers.

  5. Identify legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications

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    • Don't enable the "use less secure apps" feature. • Don't reply to any SMS request asking for a verification code. • Don't respond to unsolicited emails or requests to send money. • Pay attention to the types of data you're authorizing access to, especially in third-party apps.

  6. Package redirection scam - Wikipedia

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    A package redirection scam is a form of e-commerce fraud, where a malicious actor manipulates a shipping label, to trick the mail carrier into delivering the package to the wrong address. This is usually done through product returns to make the merchant believe that they mishandled the return package, and thus provide a refund without the item ...

  7. Overpayment scam - Wikipedia

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    An overpayment scam, also known as a refund scam, is a type of confidence trick designed to prey upon victims' good faith.In the most basic form, an overpayment scam consists of a scammer claiming, falsely, to have sent a victim an excess amount of money.

  8. Friendly fraud - Wikipedia

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    To help eliminate call center purchase chargebacks, call centers are working to make the purchases more like card present purchases. When consumers walk into a store and buy something, they typically swipe their credit cards, confirm the purchase amount, enter a secret code (or sign their name) and leave with the merchandise.

  9. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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    If you get an email providing you a PIN number and an 800 or 888 number to call, this a scam to try and steal valuable personal info. These emails will often ask you to call AOL at the number provided, provide the PIN number and will ask for account details including your password.