Travel FraudBe wary of overly friendly strangers in public areas.Do research before you decide on a vacation package.Keep your long-distance telephone card number secure. Do not allow others to observ

Travel FraudBe wary of overly friendly strangers in public areas.Do research before you decide on a vacation package.Keep your long-distance telephone card number secure. Do not allow others to observe your card number or overhear your conversation.Use a reputable travel agency.Mail PloysIgnore chain letters.Investigate all offers before buying. Read all of the fine print.Never pay for items you have not ordered. Telemarketing FraudAvoid high-pressure sales tactics. Deals that are "limited time offers" can be a sign of fraud.Check a company's track record. Deal only with reputable, known companies. Check references.Do not provide personal or financial information to companies unless you know they are legitimate.Federal law allows for consumers to advise telemarketers not to call again. Keep a list of names and dates of companies, which you have warned not to call. If a company calls you again, contact the Delaware Attorney Generals Office or Federal Trade Commission.Hang up, you have no obligation to speak with or entertain any offer.Remember that if an offer sounds to good to be true. It probably is.Home Repair FraudAlways get several estimates before having any work done at your residence.Obtain references from companies.Read all of the fine print.