How to spot a scam
The Better Business Bureau of B.C. is helping people avoid becoming the next victim of scammers.
An often the tip-off is the type of payment that is requested.
“Like many professionals, scammers work hard to get good at what they do. They keep inventing new, seamless and innovative ways to con people out of their hard-earned money and use payment methods that are difficult to trace. Unfortunately for scammers – and good for consumers – these payment methods have become red flags for fraudulent activities,” said Karla Davis, Manager, Community and Public Relations, Better Business Bureau.
“If someone tells you the only way you can pay is by wiring money, buying gift cards or cash reload cards, or obtaining cryptocurrency, you are probably dealing with a scammer.”