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How to spot and avoid holiday scams

How to spot and avoid holiday scams

With the average holiday scam victim losing over £2,000, it really does pay to be in the know. Find out what scams are out there and learn how to keep yourself safe when booking travel.

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How to avoid falling for employment scams

How to avoid falling for employment scams

Learn how to spot dodgy recruiters, fake job ads and criminal schemes, and get our expert’s top tips to protect yourself against scams while job hunting.

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How to spot and avoid a dating scam

Dating and romance scams are on the rise. Learn how to spot the signs of a scam and protect yourself from fraud.

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How to spot a brushing scam

Find out why unexpected parcels might not be an innocent mistake, and why this type of scam isn’t as innocent as it appears.

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How to protect yourself from Facebook Marketplace scams

Facebook Marketplace is a popular site for buying and selling online, but has attracted the attention of scammers in recent years. We asked our resident fraud expert how you can use it safely and protect your money.

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