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Want to work from home? Spot the scams first
These days, working from home is pretty common. It’s a win-win for both those hoping to avoid a commute, and companies looking for talent from all over the world.
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Reject a job or money-making scam offer
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Your boss isn’t emailing you about a gift card
Did you get an email from your boss asking you for a favor? Does your boss need you to send gift cards to pay for an upcoming office party?
Nanny and Caregiver Job Scams
Caregiver websites can help you find jobs. But scammers also use them to find people to rip off.
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Job Scams
Scammers advertise jobs the same way honest employers do — online (in ads, on job sites, and social media), in newspapers, and sometimes on TV and radio. They promise you a job, but what they want is your money and your personal information. Here are some examples of jobs scams and advice on how to avoid them.
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Looking for work after Coronavirus layoffs?
Have you been laid off due to the Coronavirus? Or maybe your small business shut down?
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Car wrap scam targets college students
If you have a car, you know how expensive the upkeep can be. Gas, maintenance, parking – the whole lot.
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Mystery shop ’til you drop? Not so fast
Who wouldn’t love getting paid to shop and dine at cool places and then review them?
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Job seekers: Avoid executive placement scams
Online searching makes it easier to connect with companies offering job opportunities.