Scam or NotScam No. 0072026-10-27
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Text Message · Today 9:41
Hi! We saw your resume and have a remote data entry gig open. Flexible hours, up to $900 a week for minimal work. Only 2 spots left, so reply YES today or lose it. A small $45 training fee is required to start. Details: quick-gigs.example
Recreated from the FTC Consumer Alerts article 'How to avoid a side hustle scam', which describes out-of-the-blue texts offering data entry gigs, promises of flexible schedules and high pay, pressure to accept immediately, and demands for up-front payment for training.
3 red flags
- RED FLAG 1Big money, little workScammers promise big money for almost no effort.
Source: “Scammers promise big money for little effort.” link - RED FLAG 2Take it nowWhen they say the gig vanishes unless you accept right away, walk away.
Source: “If someone insists a gig will disappear if you don’t accept it immediately, walk away.” link - RED FLAG 3Pay to startA real gig never makes you pay for training to get the job.
Source: “No legitimate gig will make you pay for expenses, training, or anything else to get the job.” link
Safe move
Ask someone you trust
Before you say yes to any gig, talk it over with someone you trust.
Source: “Talk to someone you trust about the opportunity — before accepting a gig.” link
Before you say yes to any gig, talk it over with someone you trust.
Source: “Talk to someone you trust about the opportunity — before accepting a gig.” link
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