BBB Says Scam Complaints Involving Online Marketplace Sales Are on The Rise

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Facebook Marketplace is popular for buying and selling items online, but it’s also popular with scammers, with the Better Business Bureau warning consumers that fraud involving items is on the rise.

“I sent them photos, I sent them videos of the table. They were very conversational. Talked about how their brother lives in the area and would probably be the one to come and pick it up," said NBC 5 Digital Producer Alex Fisher.

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