Help your loved ones avoid scams this holiday season - CFPB

This winter, as we celebrate the holidays facing the new challenges of the pandemic, it’s important to make sure that our new normal doesn’t create new vulnerabilities. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a federal agency that combats scams and financial crimes, has tips for avoiding scams that you can find here. The most important step you can take is to talk to family and loved ones who might be vulnerable to scams and help them take precautions to prevent being scammed. Being victim to a financial crime can be devastating, so it’s always best to be safe and take another look.