As the holiday festivities draw closer, we start to make plans to see the family. Whether you’re a host or a guest, millions will soon gather to catch up, tell stories, watch football, and break bread. Some of us can’t wait, while others are dreading all of the soon-to-be awkward conversations. In some instances, the only thing that could make a family dinner even more messy (besides a food fight) would be knowing someone eating next to you is a scammer, identity thief, or cyber crook.  

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