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Rossen Reports: Beware of these back-to-school scams

Rossen Reports: Beware of these back-to-school scams
Hi. Yeah, these scams are popping up everywhere as we get ready to go back to school. One online shopping scam scammers target you with phony deals on fake websites that look real. So check the URL. Make sure you're only shopping from legitimate retailers. Two test prep scam. You get *** call from someone claiming to be from the college board. That's the company that handles the SAT and the *** P tests. They wanna send some study materials, just give them your address and payment information. Don't do it. The college board will never make unsolicited sales calls and three job scams targeting college students. Scammers will send you your first paycheck to deposit before you've even started working. It sounds great. But then they need you to buy stuff for them or even send them some money back. The check is always fake. You end up on the hook for the money you spent. I have more information on these scams in my free Rawson reports newsletter, plus exclusive content and bonus deals. The link to sign up right here at Rawson reports.com. Back to you
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Rossen Reports: Beware of these back-to-school scams
The Better Business Bureau is warning everyone to be vigilant against scammers as the back-to-school season approaches.Here are three scams you should watch out for:Online shopping scamsOnline shopping scams are rampant, with fake websites offering phony deals. The Better Business Bureau warns that scammers could be using "clickbait" ads to drive you to different websites and steal personal information. When shopping online, always check the URL and ensure you are shopping from legitimate retailers. Opt for secure payment methods like credit cards for an extra layer of protection.Test prep scamsThese scams involve callers pretending to be from the College Board, the company that handles the SAT and AP tests, or sometimes another educational organization. The caller will try to send you study materials in exchange for personal information and payment.The College Board says it will never make unsolicited sales calls. Be wary of unsolicited callers and never give financial information to strangers.Job scams targeting college studentsThese scams often start with an email to your student email address, encouraging you to apply for a job. The "employer" hires you on the spot without an interview – even sending your first paycheck to deposit before you start working. However, they need you to send some of the money back to them, often in the form of prepaid gift cards, debit cards, or money orders. The exact scenario may vary – but the check is always fake, leaving victims responsible for the lost funds. Never send money to someone you don’t know; remember that no legitimate company will ask you to pay them to get a job.Have a question for Jeff Rossen? He's answering your consumer questions every Friday in the new segment "Rossen Responds." Email your questions to him at RossenResponds@hearst.com. Want bonus content and exclusive deals? Make sure to sign up for our free newsletter here.

The Better Business Bureau is warning everyone to be vigilant against scammers as the back-to-school season approaches.

Here are three scams you should watch out for:

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Online shopping scams

Online shopping scams are rampant, with fake websites offering phony deals. The Better Business Bureau warns that scammers could be using "clickbait" ads to drive you to different websites and steal personal information. When shopping online, always check the URL and ensure you are shopping from legitimate retailers. Opt for secure payment methods like credit cards for an extra layer of protection.

Test prep scams

These scams involve callers pretending to be from the College Board, the company that handles the SAT and AP tests, or sometimes another educational organization. The caller will try to send you study materials in exchange for personal information and payment.

The College Board says it will never make unsolicited sales calls. Be wary of unsolicited callers and never give financial information to strangers.

Job scams targeting college students

These scams often start with an email to your student email address, encouraging you to apply for a job. The "employer" hires you on the spot without an interview – even sending your first paycheck to deposit before you start working. However, they need you to send some of the money back to them, often in the form of prepaid gift cards, debit cards, or money orders.

The exact scenario may vary – but the check is always fake, leaving victims responsible for the lost funds. Never send money to someone you don’t know; remember that no legitimate company will ask you to pay them to get a job.

Have a question for Jeff Rossen? He's answering your consumer questions every Friday in the new segment "Rossen Responds." Email your questions to him at RossenResponds@hearst.com. Want bonus content and exclusive deals? Make sure to sign up for our free newsletter here.