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Ahead of Black Friday Shopping, Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis Says Beware Online Scams

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These scams could begin with someone giving out their personal information.

Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year. 

In a statement, Patronis said with more Floridians turning to online shopping, it makes it easier for them to become victims of fraud and scams. 

He said it’s crucial that shoppers monitor their bank accounts for suspicious activity and avoid giving out personal and financial information. 

They should also avoid unfamiliar merchants, items that are priced well below market value, and credit or coupon offers.

To report fraud visit FraudFreeFlorida.com.


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Danielle Prieur is a general reporter for 90.7 News. She studied journalism at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism and interned at 101.9 WDET. She is originally from the metro Detroit area.

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