BBB: Don’t let phony florists ruin Mother's Day

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Research the seller, read reviews and use secure payment methods are some tips to avoid last-minute flower-order scams, the Better Business Bureau stated.

The Better Business Bureau has received numerous reports from shoppers who turned to online florists for last-minute orders. They paid for a beautiful arrangement but got disappointing flowers — or nothing at all.

How the scam works Unfortunately, you waited too long to order flowers for your special someone, and now your local florist can’t guarantee delivery on a special day. To solve this problem, you turn to the internet. You find a website that promises beautiful flowers delivered on time at a reasonable price. You enter your credit card information and delivery details.From here, the scam can take a few different routes.

One consumer shared on BBB Scam Tracker, "I selected a bouquet, placed an order using credit card. Flowers never arrived, and have been charged 4 times, 4 days in a row for same amount from same vendor. No response when called phone number.

The BBB remains dedicated to fostering a marketplace where consumers can trust the businesses they choose.

 

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