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You can locate work at home jobs on the The web. Sadly, there is also no end of dishonorable scammers waiting to take advantage of someone looking for employment. Know these to help you see a con game a mile away and lower that chance that you will fall for their scam.
Examine the Email and Phone Number
If there is no email and phone number, be warned. You should pass up this so called offer and opt for a different opportunity. If contact information is listed, does the phone number work? Do you reach a live employee? If goes to a recording and then you are instructed to leave a message, do so and wait to see if your message is returned. Email using the email provided and see if anyone responds. If you receive a reply, does it appear to be professional?
Look For Professionalism
Check for the style, appearance and quality of the communication. Review the site. Is the spelling accurate? Are there mistakes in the grammar? Have words been used incorrectly? Does the layout look amateurish? Do the images look professional? In the event that they look botched and amateurish, what does that say about other parts of their opportunity?
Read the Terms of Service
If the terms of service are not stated, then do not think of accepting the offer. If the terms of service are stated, be sure to read through all terms and conditions of any work at home offer that has captured your interest. Don't skip over the terms and conditions. This will tell what is expected of you to earn, the frequency and means of payment, and additional rules and expectations. Ensure that there are no concealed charges in the terms of service.
Ask Questions
If there is anything you are not sure about, then do not hesitate to ask. As the saying goes, "the only stupid question is the one not asked" and you must make sure that you are clear on the offer. As a matter of fact, it may be smart to pose a few 'dumb' questions deliberately. Their answer will be of use in assessing the business with which you are interacting.
Although these aren't foolproof, and some scams can still pass through these checks, these checks should cut out many unprincipled persons. Meticulously examine each work at home opportunity in which you are interested. Selecting an appropriate and true opportunity may take some time, however in the end, it will be time well spent.
