This scam can be deeply frustrating, and it’s deceptively simple: You order an item, open the box and there’s nothing there. Scammers can trick you into buying an empty box by burying phrases like ...

People expect to find amazing deals on eBay, but that just makes it harder for them to spot the deals that are too good to be true. That’s why eBay is also an ideal platform for scammers. Here are ...

Almost all online selling platforms are prone to scams that's why people should not let their guard down at times. eBay, for instance, is a notorious place where scams happen. For the part of the ...

In the case of the eBay seller, whether it was a fake account or a phishing scam, I’ll never know. Curiosity, a trait that is usually considered a strength is another weakness that scammers exploit, ...

Many online vehicle buyers like eBay because of all the protection it provides. But one young woman learned all that protection is worthless if the eBay pages turn out to be fake. That's exactly what ...

Looking at your spare furniture and seeing dollar signs? Wondering how much that ornate/ugly set of gift dishes from Aunt Martha could be worth? Welcome to the economic meltdown, where folks who have ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) — It’s a consumer’s nightmare. A Henrietta woman discovered tech-savvy swindlers had stolen hundreds from her bank account. How? They made fake purchases on her eBay account.

Ripped off on eBay? Unfortunately, this is not an isolated case: Scams, fraud, and the like occur time and again on the online auction site. The best defense against criminal activities is to be aware ...

People expect to find amazing deals on eBay, but that just makes it harder for them to spot the deals that are “too good to be true.” That’s why eBay is also an ideal platform for scammers. Here are ...

Readers should beware of an eBay scam that sends thanks and confirmation for a supposed order of an "Axel Panel Platform Bed." This sort of email is not an official message from eBay. We reviewed one ...

Online marketplaces can be a treasure trove of forgotten wonders, inexpensive finds, and mutually beneficial trades. However, not everyone on these sites is necessarily planning to enjoy the wonders ...