Avoid these top scams of 2023 according to the Better Business Bureau

ByJason Knowles and Ann Pistone WLS logo
Saturday, January 20, 2024
Protect yourself from the top scams of 2023: BBB
A year in a review of 2023 top scams according to the Better Business Bureau and how to avoid them this year.

As we make our way through the new year, the Better Business Bureau is highlighting the top scams of the 2023.



1. Online Shopping Scams



When it comes to placing order online, always make sure to only interact with verified, trusted business. Check for any grammar and spelling errors and look for high quality photos.



2. Phishing Scams


Never click on any suspicious links, especially when they come from an email or phone number you don't recognize.



3. Scam Job Offers


Make sure to verify that the employer is real before accepting a job and never give out personal bank information online or over the phone.



More Top Scams of 2023



4. Counterfeit Products



5. Home Improvement Scams


6. Healthcare/Medicare/Medicaid


7. Advance Fee Loans


8. Identity Theft


9. Tech Support


10. Debt Collections

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