Completing thorough research can help prevent business scams:
With the increasing landscape of the Internet and its capabilities, the opportunities for conducting business in any aspect are larger than ever. Unfortunately, with this type of access, the chance for running into scams is at an all-time high, and each day, people are losing out on money due to shady business tactics. Gone are the days of picking up the phonebook and dialing up a number for a contractor, plumber, mover, or other labor service. Now you can search endless job sites and job boards, sifting through, while hoping to find the best price in your area. But how do you know if these are trustworthy services? While one business may offer a cheaper price, they might not be responsible or honest about your service or payment. According to the Federal Trade Commission , “crooks use clever schemes to defraud millions of people every year. They often combine new technology with old tricks to get people to send more or give out personal information.” Websites like Facebook, A...