Beware of Scam

Avoiding Scams

Deal locally, face-to-face —follow this one rule and avoid the vast majority of scam attempts.

DO NOT:

• provide or accept payment before meeting in person
• requests to wire money are scams
• requests to pay with gift cards are scams
• requests to deposit a cashier's check are scams
• requests to use a escrow service can be a scam
• provide any financial information - e.g. bank account number, cashapp logins
• provide any personal information - social security number, licenses, job references

Beware of:

• offers involving shipping or movers
• "guaranteed" transactions or payment processing services
• requests to call or email for more information
• requests for a "code" or "verification" - these are always a scam

A good  interaction will:

• Use BMl mail relay to discuss a specific item, service, or job
• Arrange to meet in a safe, public place
• Improve humanity :)
  
  

  email: Scams

  Hi,

  I am selling this car because my platoon has been sent back to Afganistan and don't want it get old in my backyard. The price is low because I need to sell it before November 16th. It has no damage, no scratches or dents, no hidden defects. It is in immaculate condition, meticulously maintained and hasn't been involved in any accident...I do have the title , clear, under my name. The Denali has 35,000 miles VIN# 1GKEK63U16J138428 .
  It is still available for sale if interested, price as stated in the ad $4,300. The car is in Baltimore, MD, in case it gets sold I will take care of shipping. Let me know if you are interested, email back.
  Regards!!!
   

  scam warning signs: 

  • pretending to be an authority figure - scammers often claim to be religious leaders, professionals or government officials in order to gain trust

  • creating a sense of urgency - scammers want you to give them money right away

  • telling a detailed story - scammers want you to feel sympathetic so they can trick you out of your money

  • price is too good to be true - scammers want you to be eager to make a deal

  • item needs to be shipped - scammers do not want to meet in person