Howard Schwartz of the Connecticut Better Business Bureau talks about some tips to stay safe when selling items online on websites like Craigslist.
And in the spirit of Cyber Monday, here are some tips from the Connecticut Better Business Bureau to avoid online shopping scams:
- Don’t believe what you see. Scammers make emails appear to come from a reputable source. Just because it looks like an “@ups.com” address does not mean it’s safe.
- Be wary of unexpected emails that contain links or attachments. As always, do not click on links or open the files in unfamiliar emails.
- Beware of pop-ups. Some pop-ups are designed to look like they’ve originated from your computer. If you see a pop-up that looks like an anti-virus software but warns of a problem that needs to be fixed with an extreme level of urgency, it may be a scam.
- Watch for poor grammar and spelling. Scam emails often are riddled with typos.
- Immediate action is necessary. Scam emails try to get you to act before you think by creating a sense of urgency. Don’t fall for it.
For more information, visit www.ct.bbb.org.