Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

Points To Remember to Avoid Scams

• Verify a Web site’s security before ordering merchandise online.

• Ask questions before making a charitable contribution.

• Be a smart shopper when buying gift cards.

• Approach a local lender if you need to secure a holiday loan – be wary of unsolicited credit repair offers.

• Avoid sweepstakes, lottery and other advance fee schemes.

• JUST HANG UP on unsolicited telephone offers.

To verify a charitable organization’s legitimacy, visit www.give.org.

To learn more about safe holiday shopping and how to avoid common consumer scams, contact the Office of the Attorney General at (800) 252-8011 or visit www.texasattorneygeneral.gov.