Watch Out! A Look into Fraud on Craig's List
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Everyday millions of people go online to internet buy and sell sites like Craig's List and Ebay. While these sites can be a haven of great deals, they can also be a warzone of fraud. While the economy might be slowing down, internet scammers are only speeding up.
Some scammers will even set up a bogus account through a fraudulent eBay "accountability" site called Safe Harbor Protection. You don't have to be stupid to become a victim of fraud. These predators are getting more advanced by the day.
Before buying or selling on these sites do your research, get the tips to know if a cashier's check is fake. Investigative reporter Daniel Polk has tips to keep you safe.
Craig's List warns every buyer to be careful of scams and has even more helpful advice at http://www.craigslist.org/about/scams
Some scammers will even set up a bogus account through a fraudulent eBay "accountability" site called Safe Harbor Protection. You don't have to be stupid to become a victim of fraud. These predators are getting more advanced by the day.
Before buying or selling on these sites do your research, get the tips to know if a cashier's check is fake. Investigative reporter Daniel Polk has tips to keep you safe.
Craig's List warns every buyer to be careful of scams and has even more helpful advice at http://www.craigslist.org/about/scams
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