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Work-at-Home Scams

▬ DON’Ts ▬

● Don’t assume a work-at-home offer is on the level because you saw it in a trusted newspaper or on a legitimate job website. It could still be a scam. If you spot a suspicious listing, report it to the publication or site. ● Don’t believe website testimonials. Fake work-at-home sites are full of personal stories of people (often struggling, single moms) making thousands of dollars a month because they took advantage of this amazing opportunity.

● Don’t sign a contract or make a payment without doing homework about the company making the offer.

● Don’t stick around if there’s any suggestion that your earnings are based primarily on recruiting other people to join the operation — it’s probably a pyramid scheme.

Information provided by AARP

If you believe you’ve responded to a scam, file a complaint with: ● Federal Trade Commission ● State Attorney General