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Activate gift cards promptly to avoid scams, says BBB

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns consumers to activate gift cards promptly to avoid scams that steal card details and ...

Gift card scams are common around the holidays. Here's how to protect yourself and your money

Gift cards are one of the most popular gifts every year, but their information is often vulnerable to criminals. Here's how ...

How to avoid, protect yourself from gift card scams

If you plan to give or get a gift card, read on for what consumers should know to avoid a draining scam. $300 BALANCE DISAPPEARS While shopping for a gift card at Walgreens, David Wimett said he took ...
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How thieves drain your gift card balance for untraceable cash

NOTE: This story was published in partnership with our NBC affiliate in San Francisco. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. WATCH HERE Organized, overseas and ongoing: those words describe a ...