Wildfire scam warning! The BBB warns that scammers are already taking advantage of the California wildfires. Consumer Investigator Caresse Jackman explains how to ensure your generous donations don’t fall into the wrong hands.

With the Palisades and Eaton wildfires destroying over 15,000 structures and damaging thousands more, officials say crooks are looking to take advantage. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Los Angeles urges residents to remain vigilant against “fire chasers” and fraudulent charities.

As deadly wildfires continue to rage on in Southern California, it’s prime time for scammers to come out of the shadows and take advantage of people when they are at their most vulnerable.

Before you make a donation to help those people affected by the Los Angeles wildfires, the post-hurricane flooding in the southeast, or any other natural disaster, take the time to

To support victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, here is a list of highly rated nonprofits engaged in relief and recovery efforts on the ground.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has a warning about potential donation scams following the wildfires in Southern California.

The American Red Cross Southern California Region has deployed 25 volunteers to assist victims of the fast-moving wildfires in Los Angeles, with additional volunteers likely to join in the coming days.

Kevin DeMeritt, founder of Lear Capital, recently participated in the Better Business Bureau's panel discussion "Buying and Selling Gold: What Every Consumer Needs To Know." The event, hosted at Beverly Hills City Hall and moderated by business journalist Frank Mottek,

Strong winds fueling fast-moving wildfires in Southern California has caused severe damage. As of the evening of Jan. 9, six people were confirmed dead, at least 1,000 structures had been