Selling on Facebook Marketplace? Beware of Fake Venmo Emails
30 August 2023 |

Selling on Facebook Marketplace? Beware of Fake Venmo Emails

Scammers are sending fake Venmo emails to Facebook Marketplace sellers in an attempt to steal login information and money.

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.

OfferUp Car Scams: Red Flags to Look Out For

OfferUp Car Scams: Red Flags to Look Out For

Buying a car on OfferUp may be a cheaper option, but it doesn't come without risks.

Common eBay Motors Scams & How to Avoid Them

Common eBay Motors Scams & How to Avoid Them

Don't fall victim to eBay Motors scams. Know the red flags, such as not being able to see the car in person first, a pushy seller, or a strange payment method.

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.

How to Buy a Used Car Safely: Protection From Used Car Scams
15 December 2021 |

How to Buy a Used Car Safely: Protection From Used Car Scams

Buying a used car from a private seller can save you money, but it can also make you vulnerable to various scams. Protect yourself and your money from used car scams.

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.