Avoiding Scammers
There is not much value finding a bargain online if you are simply going to give hundreds or thousands of dollars away!
Early in 2014, Morgan Research found that around 50% of Australians were buying products or services online, which was a significant 12% growth on the previous year.
Research also showed that fraudsters and scammers collect around $100 million a year from careless or naïve Australian online shoppers, especially those who are trying to get incredible deals in overseas markets.
“If it looks too good to be true, it is probably a scam” is a saying that particularly applies to online shopping.
The online shopping experience can be compared with a walk in the neighbourhood.
Just because someone is robbed in the street, it doesn’t mean that you never go out. You just need to be aware of high crime areas, and be cautious when the "night out" leads you to an unknown area.
Online shopping is much the same. If you investigate and use trusted shopping sites and programs, and are suspicious or cautious when venturing into unknown territory or when offered unrealistic deals, you are fairly safe.
Online Buying has done the research to help you out.
It will be beneficial to read the advice and tips from police and government authorities, and reap the benefits …… to spend online, of course!
Early in 2014, Morgan Research found that around 50% of Australians were buying products or services online, which was a significant 12% growth on the previous year.
Research also showed that fraudsters and scammers collect around $100 million a year from careless or naïve Australian online shoppers, especially those who are trying to get incredible deals in overseas markets.
“If it looks too good to be true, it is probably a scam” is a saying that particularly applies to online shopping.
The online shopping experience can be compared with a walk in the neighbourhood.
Just because someone is robbed in the street, it doesn’t mean that you never go out. You just need to be aware of high crime areas, and be cautious when the "night out" leads you to an unknown area.
Online shopping is much the same. If you investigate and use trusted shopping sites and programs, and are suspicious or cautious when venturing into unknown territory or when offered unrealistic deals, you are fairly safe.
Online Buying has done the research to help you out.
It will be beneficial to read the advice and tips from police and government authorities, and reap the benefits …… to spend online, of course!
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