Watch out for these holiday scams

In this episode of NPR's Life Kit, host Marielle Cegarra interviews Amy Nofziger, Senior Director of Fraud Victim Support at AARP's Fraud Watch Network, about common holiday season scams and how to avoid them. They discuss red flags for online shopping, gift card scams, fake charity solicitations, toll road scams, and fake delivery texts. Nofziger advises listeners to research companies before buying online, use credit cards for online purchases, buy gift cards from secure locations, be wary of unsolicited texts or emails, and verify charities before donating. The episode provides actionable tips and resources for protecting oneself from fraud during the holiday season.