3 Black Friday scams to watch for and how to stay safe

By Lauren Schwahn, NerdWallet
Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information.
Before you dive into holiday shopping, learn how to spot common scams and protect yourself.
1. Phony order and delivery notifications
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