dont be scammed Community Group
A place to post warnings of scams and rip offs. Being informed is our best protection for staying safe from scams and rip offs. Internet, phone and scams from the mail happen to often. Lets help each other stay informed.

MaryTurk
I have worked as a mystery shopper in the past. I have never had to put money up front. I am very wary of anything that involves money being sent through Western Union. Don't get me wrong. The company has a spotless reputation in my eyes. But, too often, I have heard of scam artist who use this company. Then. when I tried to copy/paste this email for here, I got what you see below:
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SCAM!!!!!!!
Hey, I get emails like this in my junk mail. Always delete as soon as I see them. Something is starting to click in my brain!!!