Puppy fraud was a constant during the pandemic and continues unabated. Google is going after these scamsters, but their efforts are a drop in the bucket. This scam has worked since the days of classified print ads. Now it’s moved worldwide using fake pictures, akin to vacation rental & car scams. What you can’t see, verify. Scammers also exploit job seekers online. Those 25 to 34 – digital natives – are most likely to trust a job listing. How the scam plays, and what to know to avoid job listing scam identity theft.
- Perpetual Sight Unseen Scams: Segment 1
- Ask Clark: Segment 2
- Job Listing Scams: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
- How to Buy a Used Car in 7 Steps
- How To Spot, Avoid, and Report Fake Check Scams
- Turo: 5 Things To Know About the Cheap Car Rental Service
- How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
- What Is Owner’s Title Insurance? 3 Things To Know
- Should I Pay a Company To Lock Down My House Title or Is It a Scam?
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- Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275
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