What can I do if I think I’ve already been scammed?

18 February 2010 Categories: Is It Legit?

If the company offered a guarantee, first try to get them to honor it. Follow their instructions for obtaining a refund to the letter if possible. If you paid by credit card, call your credit card company, explain the situation, and ask if they can charge back the amount. If you paid by check, you… Continue Reading

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Top 8 Most Common Work At Home Scams

18 February 2010 Categories: Is It Legit?

Envelope stuffing Envelope stuffing is one of the most popular scams. You won’t be stuffing envelopes. What you’ll be asked to do is place the same ad (at your own expense) that you responded to, in order to scam other people. Craft/Electronic Assembly Craft/Electronic Assembly You will be asked to pay anywhere from $10 to… Continue Reading

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How can I avoid being scammed?

18 February 2010 Categories: Is It Legit?

The easiest way to avoid being scammed is just to NEVER, EVER pay for a job! You’ll never get scammed out of your money if you keep it in your pocket. Beware of anything that sounds too good to be true – it usually is! Don’t fall for pressure tactics. Scammers want your money now… Continue Reading

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How can I tell if a job is “real” or not?

18 February 2010 Categories: Is It Legit?

A real company offering a position, whether it be work at home or in an office, will ask to see your resume, probably want references, maybe want to see samples of your work, and might want to communicate by phone, etc. If they don’t ask for any of that, be careful! A legitimate company will… Continue Reading

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