Since Airbnb’s launch in 2008, it has quickly become a preferred alternative for lodging over the traditional hotel room. In 2018, the company’s revenue reached over $2.6 billion — making it a popular target for scammers. Consumers have reported their account being hacked with reservations they did not make for vacation homes that do not exist. A local North Alabama resident contacted the Better Business Bureau alerting us that she had been a victim of this Airbnb scam within the last few weeks. The woman was contacted by her financial institution, Redstone Federal Credit Union (RFCU), aler...
North Alabama Consumer Falls Victim to Airbnb Scam with Over $1,000 in Unauthorized Charges – WHNT News 19
North Alabama Consumer Falls Victim to Airbnb Scam with Over $1,000 in Unauthorized Charges WHNT News 19