Protect Yourself from Work-at-Home Scams

Protect Yourself from Work-at-Home Scams Protect Yourself from Work-at-Home Scams I talk with people every day who have been burned by, or are skeptical of, telecommuting and work-from-home job opportunities. And for good reason. In the current economy there seems to be even more scams and “too good to be true” opportunities targeting people who want or need to work from home. Unfortunately, its important to acknowledge the abundance of work-at-home scams. It is always important to steer clear of all jobs that: Make claims that are too good to be true (e.g., $3,000 for 5 hours of work per month). Require upfront payment for training, supplies, or to learn secrets for getting rich while working from home. Say you dont need any job skills or work experience. Ask you for any personal financial information, such as credit card numbers or bank account information. Bottom line- if a job opportunity doesnt make sense or seems suspicious in any way, it is probably a scam. Trust your gut, and do research before applying to any job. Most of the time, people are successfully scammed because they let their guard down, or are caught in a moment of desperation to find a job. Dont let your need to find a job overshadow your sense of caution. Always ask for time to consider a job offer if youre suspicious the company isnt legitimate. And never accept a job thats been offered to you without so much as an interview. Scammers thrive on catching you off-guard when your defenses are down. Here are a lot more tips on protecting yourself from work-at-home scams.