Employment Scams: Knowing when something is too good to be true!

Posted by Employment Specialist, Kay Dewane

 

During the upcoming holiday months, you may worry about the depleting money in your pockets. Do not let anxiety cause you to lose your wits when it comes to employment scams! An offer of a “glamorous job earning big bucks while working part-time at home” might tempt you, but learn the facts before leaping at an offer that is too good to be true. Protect yourself by exercising the following tips:

•  Do not ever pay any fees upfront!
• NEVER give out your credit card information.
• Beware of providing your social security number until you are actually hired by a real company.
• Watch out for ads that are listed with 900 phone numbers.
• Go the extra mile and check out the company website before you get involved.
• Do not cash checks made payable to you, even though they look tempting! You will be held accountable for this money!
• Contact your local Better Business Bureau to learn about the reputation of the company in question.

 

Following the above advice can save you a lot of pain and frustration down the line, so know it is worth the efforts you set forth!