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r e d f c u.o r g | 11 FOR CALLS, WATCH FOR: A fake caller ID – don't trust the number on your phone to be your credit card company! Scammers can fake it. Words that incite panic – if a caller says the police are coming or the IRS is investigating, don't believe them. An unnatural voice – it's likely AI, so hang up. WITH A RENTAL PROPERTY: Check reviews. ey're usually reliable. View the photos. Scammers usually don't have high-quality ones. Use Google's reverse image search to see if the images were taken from other sites. Book through a well-known vacation rental platform. FOUND A PLACE VIA ONLINE SEARCH? Avoid these red flags: You found the phone number on social media or an online forum. It could be fake! You're told not to hang up and call back. You're pressured to share personal details. You're asked to pay fees through an online payment platform or a wire transfer. CAN THAT QR CODE BE TRUSTED? Scammers put their codes over legitimate ones in parking areas and other public places. Protect yourself: Don't scan the code if it looks like someone tampered with it. Check the URL before entering payment info. FACEBOOK GROUPS ARE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCAMMERS. Remember: Anyone can join most groups and create an official-looking profile. A logo doesn't prove someone works for an airline or agency. Scammers pressure people to move to private messaging. Requests for using a payment app, gift cards, or wire transfer are bad signs. Your friends at Redstone want you to enjoy carefree travel, and that requires caution. When you're contacted unexpectedly, your best bet is to visit the official website or call the company yourself, and don't share personal info if you didn't initiate the interaction. When you're making travel plans for the new year, watch out for scams! ey can lurk behind calls, rentals, and more. Steer clear and stay safe with these tips. WATCH OUT FOR TRAVEL SCAMS