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The Better Business Bureau warns to be aware of holiday scams

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Better Business Bureau

Holiday spending is expected to surpass prepandemic figures this year and shoppers are starting earlier than ever.

Major retailers have been offering sales for some time now, spreading out the holiday shopping season in an attempt to combat the effects of inflation on consumers’ wallets.

But, as Better Business Bureau regional director Sydney Waters says, that means scammers are getting started earlier than ever as well.

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