We spend a lot of time talking about scams on our Compass blog, so it’s only natural that we get a few questions now and again. Here, we’ve rounded up articles that dive into a few of the most common, from a too-good-to-be-true job scam that’s currently making the rounds to understanding one of the oldest tactics in the scammer playbook.
If you're subscribed to this newsletter, chances are you already know that scammers will often ask for payment in gift cards instead of cold, hard cash. But why? Here, we share what you need to know.
Seen ads or gotten a text message about a job reviewing content for Netflix that could earn you thousands of dollars a month? It sounds too good to be true, because it is. In this article, we break down how this increasingly common scam works and red flags to look out for when applying for jobs.
USPS will occasionally send you text messages about parcels and deliveries that you may be expecting — and that's exactly why the USPS text scam is so effective. Here, we share how to spot if a text you've received is about a real package or if it's a lure from scammers trying to get you to share your private information.
Not all red flags are easy to see. In this chilling story, Gigi describes how someone faked their way into her life using social media, deception, and manipulation. What followed was a terrifying web of stalking, identity invasion, and emotional harm. Watch her share the red flags she ignored—and the ones you shouldn’t.
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