State financial regulators issued a warning Monday to Floridians and tourists to be on guard for vacation and travel scams.
The Office of Financial Regulation posted the "consumer alert" regarding vacation rental, sweepstakes and social-media vacation scams that seek large upfront deposits, request personal information or ask for fees to be paid by a wire transfer or prepaid debt card.
Consumer Alert: Vacation Scams via @FlFinancialReg https://t.co/AhVo7Rsh0u #scam
— Florida OFR (@FlFinancialReg) June 27, 2016
The state office advises people making vacation or travel plans to be wary of the word "free," check the company's direct website and verify a company's license with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation or the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
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