The holiday shopping season has returned, and so has the potential for scams. The FBI warns shoppers to "always" be wary of deals that seem too good to be true, especially as you begin to scope out Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals out online or in-person.

The season offers swindlers many opportunities to lure trusting shoppers. But there are ways to protect yourself.

Whether you’re ordering gifts, recovering from weather events or getting communications from your bank, you may be vulnerable. Keep an eye out for these frauds.