S omething ’ s P hishy 4 COMMON FINANCIAL SCAMS TO AVOID
Fraudulent Retailers On social media websites, you
Work-From-Home Scams As working from home has recently become the norm for many, this hoax has become even easier for criminals to pull off. Cybercriminals will contact you, stating you can make hundreds of dollars a week doing nothing more than shopping online as a mystery shopper or another enticing task. They will then tell you that to get started, you’ll need to pay upfront for training materials — but once you do, you’ll never hear from them again. As a general rule of thumb, stay clear of any offers that seem too good to be true. Likewise, avoid transactions that don’t use a trusted third-party merchant, and always do your research! If something seems off, trust your instincts! In today’s world, you never know what hoaxes exist!
may have noticed suspicious online stores featuring deals
From dating swindles to Bitcoin and cryptocurrency hoaxes, it’s hard to tell the difference between honest offers and scams. Even worse, scams are becoming more creative every day. Here’s a list of some of the most common financial scams to be aware of. Cryptocurrency Scams Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have taken the world by storm. Because many people don’t understand how crypto works, it’s easy for cybercriminals to pull a fast one — or attempt to. To trick unsuspecting victims, scammers set up fake websites that mimic legitimate cryptocurrency platforms. These sites then either urge you to make investments or they will steal your information outright.
that are too good to be true. At checkout, instead of being directed to a trusted third- party payment process, these merchants may ask for wire transfers or gift cards. Some of these online stores might not even provide contact information! Fake Debt Collectors Criminals will claim to be government representatives and urge you to settle a debt putting you at risk of being arrested, losing your home, or forfeiting your Social Security benefits. These scammers will ask you to pay the fake balance upfront to avoid any serious repercussions. Remember, government entities do not cold call, so you know to hang up or hit “delete.”
HOW JENNY HELPS CLIENTS AND HER TEAM
this past November. She is originally from California and has a variety of work experiences. Jenny wasn’t familiar with the legal field when she joined the team but saw that the position had similar responsibilities to some of her previous roles. She had spent several years managing a variety of departments at Nordstrom and also managing a website for a hospital and thought her skill sets would transfer seamlessly. After meeting with Greg and Esther, Jenny knew that she had found the perfect fit. Jenny wears many different hats while working and enjoys each of her duties. She’s consistently finding ways to help everyone on the team. She spends the majority of her time overseeing our client coordinators and training new hires so they can help our clients to the best of their ability. Jenny always makes sure to let her clients know that she’s there for them, and she truly means it! If you ever need anything from our office and are unsure of whom to reach out to, Jenny is a great contact to assist you with your needs. She also ensures that everything is going smoothly for our clients and will reach out to check on them. When Jenny is not at work, she’s usually spending time with her husband and two children. They enjoy exploring the Georgia Aquarium on the weekends or getting out to explore the area since it’s still relatively new to them. If there are any places in the area that you consider a must-visit, make sure you let Jenny know so she can explore them for the first time!
Whenever you add a new member to your team, you never really know what to expect. Sometimes, they’ll say all of the right answers in an interview but end up not being the best fit for the team, and other times, they exceed expectations. Those who excel often grow exponentially over a short period of time and are ready for whatever challenges await them next. That’s exactly what we got when we added our executive director, Jenny Ohsberg, to our team over a year and a half ago.
Jenny first started working with us as a client coordinator but was promoted to executive director
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