With Black Friday finished, it's time for Cyber Monday -- the biggest online shopping day of the year. Just as you get comfortable in front of the computer screen with credit card in hand, scammers are in position too.
So, how can you do your online shopping safely?
First, be careful of deals that are too good to be true, and watch out for phishing. Those are fake emails asking you for personal information.
Make sure you shop at trust-worthy web sites. In the web address, look for an "s" in the https://. Be sure to pay with a credit card and not a debit card. If you have to dispute that charge later, it'll be a whole lot easier to settle. After you complete your online order, you will you get a confirmation page with a number. Save it by copying it in case there is a problem with your order.
All season long, keep an eye on your credit card statement. Don't wait for the paper statements. Log on to your account, look for any suspicious activity, and report it immediately.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:38 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:38:42 GMT
The City Council of Chamblee has delayed a controversial land rezoning variance. The Council also issued a preliminary resolution saying that they wanted to fire their own manager.
The City Council of Chamblee has delayed a controversial land rezoning variance. The Council also issued a preliminary resolution saying that they wanted to fire their own manager.
Monday, June 17 2013 8:03 AM EDT2013-06-17 12:03:25 GMT
We all get excited about leaving town and going on vacation, so we tend to tell everyone about it. But, a word of caution before spreading the good news.
We all get excited about leaving town and going on vacation, so we tend to tell everyone about it. But, a word of caution before spreading the good news.
Monday, June 17 2013 7:13 AM EDT2013-06-17 11:13:04 GMT
Pomegranate juice has been sold as a real 'cure-all' over the last couple of years. But in a decision made this month, the FTC has ordered at least one manufacturer to back off on its strong health claims.
Pomegranate juice has been sold as a real 'cure-all' over the last couple of years. But in a decision made this month, the Federal Trade Commission has ordered at least one manufacturer to back off some pretty strong health claims.
Friday, June 14 2013 8:56 AM EDT2013-06-14 12:56:09 GMT
Retailers got the go-ahead to pass along some extra charges to you, but not without some rules attached. You might not have noticed them just yet, but you should be on the lookout.
Retailers got the go-ahead to pass along some extra charges to you, but not without some rules attached. You might not have noticed them just yet, but you should be on the lookout.
