Beware of Fake Cashier's Checks in Craigslist Transactions

Beware of Fake Cashier's Checks in Craigslist Transactions

Beware of buyers on Craigslist who only want to pay for your item with a cashier's check, then overpay you for your items—they're trying to steal money from you.

Fake Escrow: Craigslist Users Beware of This Common Scam

Fake Escrow: Craigslist Users Beware of This Common Scam

Escrow services are supposed to keep your money safe, but in this Craigslist scam, these escrow sites will do more damage than good.

Avoid Paying for a Pet via a Cash App Deposit—It's a Scam!

Avoid Paying for a Pet via a Cash App Deposit—It's a Scam!

Keep your money safe by only paying for your new pet once you have the pet in your possession and avoid using Cash App.

Minimize Your Risk of Falling for Online Puppy Scams

Minimize Your Risk of Falling for Online Puppy Scams

Stay cautious when buying pets from private sellers online—many listings could be fake with scammers attempting to steal your money.

Cash App Rental Scam: Don't Fall For These Common Tricks
11 January 2022 |

Cash App Rental Scam: Don't Fall For These Common Tricks

Scammers are taking advantage of renters desperate and in a rush to find a new home, stealing thousands from innocent people.

Know the Telltale Signs Of Fake Cashier's Check Scams
13 December 2021 |

Know the Telltale Signs Of Fake Cashier's Check Scams

When selling items online, accepting a cashier's check for payment can be a risky business as scammers use fake cashier's checks to steal from you.

Craigslist Rental Scam: What It Is and How to Beat It
8 December 2021 |

Craigslist Rental Scam: What It Is and How to Beat It

In this Craigslist rental scam, potential renters send money to the scammer before seeing the property only to realize the listing was fake and lose their money.

Overpaid on a Craigslist Sale? You May Be Involved in a Scam

Overpaid on a Craigslist Sale? You May Be Involved in a Scam

Getting more money than you've asked for may seem great, but it could actually be part of a scam to steal your money.

Craigslist PayPal Scam: Signs of This Scam To Watch Out For

Craigslist PayPal Scam: Signs of This Scam To Watch Out For

If a buyer on Craigslist insists on only using PayPal to transfer money to you, be careful not to click on any links that they send you or you receive via email from PayPal.

Beware of Craigslist Puppy Scams Looking to Steal Your Money

Beware of Craigslist Puppy Scams Looking to Steal Your Money

Online puppy scams increased by 500% in 2020, with Craigslist being a common site for scammers to use.