Check scams have been around a long time but they still seem to be effective for the crook, since fake check scams is the number one telemarketing and Internet fraud scam. These scamse by mail, phone or email and usually involve wiring money back from a cashier check. These checks look real and the scammers are experts at making the request seem legitimate. Cashier checks are disposed of quickly, considered cash and can’t be traced; you cannot get your money back.
In this economy, it can be easy to fall prey to an easy way to make money. You need to be aware and alert. Keep in mind, it can take weeks before the bank determines that the check is counterfeit and will charge it back to you, even a cashier check. The bank could even close your account because of this.
There are many types of scams such as work from home, sweepstakes, mystery shopper, overpayment for internet purchases and friend in need of money overseas. Y
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