06/04/2021
In the midst of the pandemic and government stimulus payments, fake check scams are on the rise. If you spot any of these warning signs, don’t deposit the check: - A prospective buyer sends you a check for more than your asking price “by mistake” and wants the overage back.
- You receive your first check for a new work-from-home job, and the “employer” asks you to send some money back right away for supplies. - You receive a check for sweepstakes winnings that can only be claimed by sending some money back to cover taxes.
Remember there is no legitimate reason for someone who is giving you money to ask you to wire money back.
https://nipgroup.com/how-to-spot-a-fake-check-scam/