DECODING CHRISTMAS RUSH Shoppers’ Techniques Away from Scammers FEATURE
E ARE NOW ON THE last Ber-month of the year where all the holiday talks are focused on how your savings is graciously spent for your special loved ones. Admit it, since October, you have been striking malls and wholesale shops in hopes of low prices on items worth wrapping. Getting overwhelmed with W the waving Christmas Holiday Sales is an understatement as most of the businesses posted their sales across multiple digital channels for the Christmas shopping season. As these are ‘fun’ holidays for those who are gift lovers for a deal, there are plenty of scams that would unfortunately get the best of you if you
by TOCHIE I. COTEJO
theft scam. Without triple check, your leniency in providing your signature or contact information, whether it’s online or in-person, could take your-oh-so- thought discount away. 2. Collect pricing information to get a grasp of the ideal market price. Sometimes, there are some malls that would increase the amount of some items and even double up the actual worth during Christmas season. You’ll never know it but you could be victimized while your eyes are wide open! It always pays to be meticulous with the pricing details even before the rush sales crash our ways.
are a reckless, trigger-happy shopper. Here are the hacks a Christmas Rush Shopper needed to be wary about while conquering the sales rush. 1. Check legitimate sources for Christmas deals. You often see how emails and texts with catchy deals are rampant these days. Be extra cautious as it is the high time for the culprits of phishing scams to get people’s private information. Be reminded that there are websites which would try their best to look legitimate just to earn and get the best out of you. Make sure to verify details before purchasing. You might think that you can save if you avail discounts and free things; however, these are the vulnerable moments where you can be a victim of identity
3) Watch for suspended price- matching system and return policy.
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