In this episode of Talking Cents and Making Change, Alison and Michelle sit down with returning guest Ashley from AAACU’s Plastic Card Department to break down the most common holiday scams and how to avoid becoming a victim.

From ghost tapping to non-delivery scams, auction fraud, and gift-card traps, this conversation guides listeners through what to watch for, how to protect themselves, and what to do if something goes wrong.

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