Anthony Morrison: Scam Alert: Payment Forwarding Scam
Important scam alert from Anthony Morrison! This is a whole set of scams in which the scam victim is given forged checks and are asked to cash them in and send part of the money to a third person. After they do that the forged check bounces. This type of scam is very similar to the overpayment scams. Here are some tips that will help you avoid this type of scam: Never agree to handle financial transactions from any person or companies that you do not know. To avoid scams also do not accept job offers that you have not requested. Another anti-scam advice: never accept money orders not checks where you are asked to send part of the money back. Being informed and having common sense are the best way to prevent being a victim of scam.