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Job scam
By: Aug 07, 2019I got a job offers a driver for a salary of 2500$ which i feel is 1000 percent a job scam in which he has asked me to pay 30 percent expenses which comes to 800 dollars.
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I would like someone to follow up and catch the cùlprit so that he doesnt fool unsuspected job seeker.
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User Recommendation:
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No comments
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Resolution:
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Unresolved
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Identity Theft Risk:
- HIGH RISK Click for the explanation.
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Also reported:
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Phone:
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909-314-1063
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Monetary damages:
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$800.00
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Work From Home NOT Legit
By: Aug 05, 2019I searched for work from home opportunities and clicked on their link of an individual on Facebook (Angie Hansen-Corry). I was told to download the Google Hangout app to chat with the hiring manager. They sent a series of questions for me to answer, then asked for my credit card login information and password so they could pay my card for the software and laptop I would need to work from home. I refused to give them that information. They said no problem. They would send a check via PDF for me to print, endorse, and deposit into my bank. I deleted them.
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Prevent this company from advertising work from home jobs as well as press charges against those in charge.
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User Recommendation:
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Stay away
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Resolution:
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Unresolved
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Identity Theft Risk:
- HIGH RISK Click for the explanation.
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Agents:
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Angie Hansen-Corry
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Monetary damages:
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$0.00
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Additional information
Scentre Group
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Work from home with Indeed.com
By: Aug 03, 2019With each email there were legal documents from Indeed.com, stamped with approval from Paul Forster. Indeed seal from 7501 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Bldg B, Austin Texas 78731
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Dear Jackie,
I am sorry for the delay. Thank you for your response.
I have attached the following documents for you - Job Description of Staffing Coordinator, necessary instructions and other information related to this job and the company. Please review these attachments and read them.
If you are interested, email your acceptance letter. Just click on reply this letter. Thank you.
Best regards, Heather Clark.
Dear Jackie,
Thank you for your acceptance letter.
Right now you need to proceed to the 2nd step of registration process! Get ready to pass this step.
Please find two attachments to this letter:
1. JOB APPLICATION
2. JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONNAIRE
After you carefully read all these documents, please complete the forms and send them back to me. Please be very attentive to details when filling in the forms to make sure there are no omissions or mistakes.
In case there are any questions regarding the registration process, please let me know.
I hope you join our team very soon!
Dear Jackie,
Your Application documents are received. Thank you. I’ll keep you informed.
Best regards, Heather Clark.
Dear Jackie,
I appreciate your response. You have passed our interview successfully and please accept my congratulations. Please find attached information: Employment Contract and Payment Details. Complete these forms and send them back.
After I check your documents, you will begin your training. I will inform you by email that the documents have been received and successfully accepted.
/Dear Jackie,
Your Employment documents are approved. Thank you.
A staffing coordinator will be provided with confidential access to our CareerBuilder account.
A staffing coordinator will be provided with confidential access to the company resume database (3 million resumes)
A staffing coordinator will be provided with confidential access to the sensitive company information (database of our clients)
And the information will be reliably protected, and you will have access to our company information. Now your workplace is not protected.
IMAGE FILE:
In my attachment you can see a file with images illustrating the process of creating one job post. You will be able to see our account is containing over 700 job post available.
Total cost of our account with the Careerbuilder about 50 thousand American dollars.
You will have exclusive access to the company information to create job posts, to search resumes, and to complete the client orders.
And of course your system for online access to the company information must be very safe and reliable.
You will have access to the sensitive company information which is intellectual property of the company.
The system for access to data consists of 2 components:
Laptop with fingerprint technology.
And special software for secure access to the company information.
Laptop with fingerprint technology includes a special panel.
By applying a staffing coordinator’s index finger, the laptop turns on and OS starts booting. This technology has been designed so that only one person can turn on the laptop. The settings of system containing information about your fingerprint can be changed only once, and you can do this without any assistance from our system developer.
The second component consists of a special anti-virus software and firewall.
This antivirus software was developed for our company exclusively. And laptops with fingerprint technology have been created for the company according our special order. Other companies use this method of information protection. And in the future, these laptops are going to be very popular.
To fulfill your responsibilities, you should have a laptop completely free from any personal information.
All the information regarding the company must be on one laptop only.
These two components are quite expensive. And the total price of both components is $5550 ($4655 price for the laptop with fingerprint technology and $895 for security software).
The most optimal option. Our company will send you a deposit to you for the purchase of the two components.
In this case, you will need to give your approval to send the deposit.
Only the buyer of components can receive a package with components. Only the sender of the payment for purchase of components can receive a package. The address of the buyer of components should coincide with the address of the recipient.
I'll transfer money to you, and you will buy 2 components, which I mentioned above.
This option takes 3-5 business days. Plus, the delivery of components to your address will take 1-2 business days.
The company trusts you very much and would appreciate your confidence in return.
I'll wait for your response. I appreciate your understanding, and hope very much our business relationship will be based on trust and loyalty.
As soon as the deposit is sent, I will provide detailed instructions for purchase of the equipment. After receiving of your confirmation, I will start negotiations with the seller about purchase of the equipment.
Are you ready to receive the deposit for purchasing of the equipment?-
My demands:
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Scammer caught, and charged by Indeed.com with falsified information from Indeed.com
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User Recommendation:
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Stay away
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Resolution:
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Unresolved
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Identity Theft Risk:
- HIGH RISK Click for the explanation.
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Also reported:
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Agents:
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Heather Clark
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URL:
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Monetary damages:
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$0.00
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Now hiring check scam
By: Aug 03, 2019I applied for a part time position as a payroll clerk. I was given a number and was told to text Matthew. I did so and he replied with ok we need supplies checks and a printer. Go get them now so we can get started. I asked what kind of business this was and he said graphic design. I looked up the business on fb and google. Nothing was found and all of a sudden the fb profile was gone. I knew it was a scam when he texted me at 1:00 in the morning asking if the checks had gotten here.
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My demands:
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They should be in jail
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User Recommendation:
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Stay away
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Resolution:
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Unresolved
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Identity Theft Risk:
- HIGH RISK Click for the explanation.
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Also reported:
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Agents:
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Matthew
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Managers:
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Matthew
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Phone:
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682-235-4195
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Monetary damages:
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$50.00
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Additional information
Carol family of companies
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Sexual Harrassment Fraudulent Employer Via Craiglist
By: Jul 31, 2019I answered via email a very detailed professional looking Job Ad for a Personal Assistant Position on Craigslist in San Luis Obispo yesterday. I received several phone calls from a random Santa Paula, CA number & 2 voicemail messages w/no messages. I ended up speaking to what sounded like a 16 year old teenaged boy who interviewed me asking me completely inappropriate questions with several sexual assaulting questions. I recorded 2 of our 4 conversations.
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My demands:
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Please bust this kid!
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User Recommendation:
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Stay away
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Resolution:
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Unresolved
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Identity Theft Risk:
- HIGH RISK Click for the explanation.
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Also reported:
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Agents:
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Alex Johnson
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Phone:
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805-317-7684
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Monetary damages:
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$60.00
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Wanting give out SSN for applying for credit cards
By: Jul 22, 2019He keeps asking for my information after I stated no interested in job anymore due to feeling it is a scam he keeps asking me
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My demands:
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to see if this is a legit job or not
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User Recommendation:
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Use with caution
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Resolution:
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Unresolved
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Identity Theft Risk:
- HIGH RISK Click for the explanation.
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Also reported:
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Agents:
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Kannaway
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Managers:
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Blake Schroeder
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Monetary damages:
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$0.00
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Comments:
Seriously?!
Jul 02, 2018 9:24 PM
I had someone contact me and It was a total mess! So what these people are doing is finding random companies and saying they work for them. They sent me a check for 4800 dollars! and when the check came there were 4 things wrong on that check!! smh the interview was by skype too. Also what I have noticed is these folks from across the pond have horrible english so when you do come across one again and you will pay attention to the way they speak.
Shane Willms
Nov 13, 2017 2:33 AM
I live in, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This Donald Hayes is doing the same thing to me yet I gave him some info. not a whole lot!! I am so thankful I looked on here!!! Wow....
Kks
Oct 10, 2017 3:48 PM
anyone received an email from - [email protected] for home based recruitment job stating they are from Indeed ??
Ang Romeri
Sep 27, 2017 8:24 PM
I received an email from him too; Minato Diachi <[email protected]>; [email protected]] I am Minato Diachi president of Mindiachi Steel Company Japan, I am currently in need of your service for a business representation. This service is not time consuming and you will earn $109,800 per annual + 5% Commission in every transaction. Reply for more information. Diachi. Get away from these....
Aleshia Shoaf
Sep 27, 2017 5:19 PM
I am messaging this person right now and catching them in their lies. Hello, I am messaging you to get more info regarding job position on Ziprecruiter. Tue, 4:33 PM Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Hello and how are you doing today? Are you ready for the job briefing and online interview now? Ashley • Tue, 6:00 PM I'm fine and yes I would like more info regarding the position 8:13 AM Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Hello and how are you doing this morning? This is strictly a text chat and not a video interview. Do send a message whenever you are ready to proceed with the interview. yes Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Are you ready to proceed with the interview now? how long will it take Ashley Baker ([email protected]) About thirty minutes. yes Ashley Baker ([email protected]) This is Pitech Incorporation . We are opening a new branch in your location and that is why you are currently been interviewed online. Have you had an online interview in the past prior to this time? no Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Alright. As soon as we proceed you will get to know more and understand better. I am Mrs Ashley Baker, am here to brief and interview you more about the opening position,Please introduce yourself indicating full name and your location. Alright. I will have to send you the job details, responsibilities as well as the interview questionnaire through your preferred email. Do you understand that? Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Okay, patiently It is sent to your email, let me know if you have received it. received Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Alright, read through and understand and ensure you respond to the questionnaire before sending it as a reply to my email. Do you have a better understanding now? yes thank you Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Okay, i will be awaiting your response in my email. Is this at home/ or in an office facility Ashley Baker ([email protected]) The available position is for immediate hire and a temporary work from home for only 10 business days while we complete the new branch office in your city. okay, which city exactly? Ashley Baker ([email protected]) The new building in your location is situated within Mooresville, NC and the headquarters is in Maryland. I will be giving you further information as soon as it has been completed. We have a reliable transport to fetch and drop you after work if need be. okay, thank you Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Alright. Ashley • 10:08 AM I replied Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Well you have done well so far and you seem like a perfect fit for this position. Hold on online while i go into a brief meeting along with the recruitment team over your response for proper review and consideration. That is great thank you 11:15 AM Ashley Baker ([email protected]) The good news to you is congratulations! Did you receive an email from me stating congratulations as the subject? I have received your email, hold on while we get your information enlisted and incorporated into the company, i will get back to you as soon as that is done. Ashley • 12:02 PM Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Your info's has been enlisted and updated... you are welcome! You will be contacted via email or phone by any of the company's directors for any new development. You would be given the following to start work with after training: * staff user name and password for our website link ( For easy access to company data and task for each day ) You will be completing training at our new branch in your city which is currently pending completion. Do you understand all that was previously stated? And did you received the confirmatory text message? Yes and yes Ashley Baker ([email protected]) When will you be available to get started with the online pre training tasks? Pre training is to prepare you for what you will encounter at the real training but it is optional for you, so you may choose to skip it. How long will it take me? And what will I need, I do have a current job.. would I need to advise them of my new position today? Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Pre training is usually an hour and thirty minutes daily or less. I will be sending you tasks online that you will complete and send or submit to my email. You are not allowed to start the pre training today because you were hired by the company today. Are you able to get started with the pre training from 9 am prompt tomorrow? Okay, and I do have a current job I work 8-5, Would I need to advise them of this new position ASAP? Ashley Baker ([email protected]) Not at the moment, i will let you know. I will be needing you to send me a message on here to indicate your readiness to get started with the online pre training from 9 am tomorrow. Ok thank you, tomorrow at 9 should be fine Ashley Baker ([email protected]) You will be contacted via email as soon as the funds to purchase your custom built working materials have been made available by the account manager by mail which could be from the next 2 to 3 business days. okay Ashley Baker ([email protected]) And this medium will serve as our temporary means of communication until you are given a username to have access to the company's website and data. Do you understand all i have stated? OK and yes Ashley Baker ([email protected]) I am also going to be your online supervisor until training has been completed and you will further be attached to a superior staff. And finally, what bank do you operate with, so the account manager will be able to facilitate your payments for training and future endeavors with Pitech Incorporation. There is nothing personal about a name of the bank you operate with, as we are not asking you for your bank details or information. Just the name of the bank you operate with is what the account department will ask for to know what method of payment you will be paid with and if the bank is affiliated with the company and/or to advice you to set up with another affiliated bank.
Kelly Nicole
Sep 06, 2017 5:54 PM
I applied for an Admin position with Pitech Incorporation on Ziprecuiter and Ashley Baker responded. She asked to have a text interview over google hangouts and told me I would be paid $30 per hour. The new location was still under construction but would be opening within a week or so locally. The pretraining was optional however it became very convenient for her to constantly have a board meeting to discuss something every time my online training was to start. After reading some of the info on this page it validated my initial feelings and I have ended conversations with her. She did mention that the I would be contacted via email as soon as the funds to purchase my custom built working materials have been made available by the account manager within the next 2-3 biz days. No thanks!!
Shaquana K
Mar 30, 2017 1:36 AM
i literally just received a text from this same number, with the same b.s information....40.95 an hour, yeah right! Im so happy you posted this!
Nicole Holtmeyer
Mar 28, 2017 11:40 PM
Was the MaN named johnson clark?
Uruha Hellion
Mar 17, 2017 11:56 PM
Did you get the Mac book though?
Pissing on DrumptfTurds
Mar 06, 2017 3:20 PM
these @holes want a bank routing number and SS numbers
Tracy
Feb 25, 2017 8:16 PM
Big Saver Foods. I was contacted with the EXACT SAME email.
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Jan 31, 2017 12:06 AM
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Frelima Dixon
Jan 24, 2017 11:48 PM
I received a response from a resume hit on Zip recruiter. They claim to be from the global reputable company Rockwell automation. I've looked up the company it is legit. But now I will call them and ask if this recruiter is actually part of their company. It looks like a problem could be ensuing. HR actually has to get your bank information in order to deposit checks into your account from payroll, but trolls are being very tricky looking for people looking to get hired into real positions.
yvonna bryant
Aug 24, 2016 1:59 PM
Gregory Scott was contacted by Samantha Tracey of Rockwell Automation Inc. regarding a remote position paying $25/hour. I was told I'd be trained by Michael Pearson and that he would be forwarding a check for $3,998 to cover expenses associated with procuring materials directly from the vendor. I was instructed to deposit the check, and after $1,000 was immediately released, I was then instructed to send a Walmart Moneygram to him in the amount of $970 to obtain partial materials from their vendor. Needless to say, my account is now over drafted and the check was returned for insufficient funds.
William Alexander
Oct 16, 2015 1:22 AM
I just got hit from "Dante Cantel" asked me to repair a large number of computers for him in response to my repair service advertisement. I am a criminal defense paralegal quite savvy to these schemes. I plan on playing along with him in order to get physical evidence (the bogus checks and the emails to corroborate his intent). Hopefully, it is the same guy using the name, but I doubt it. I will follow up as this progresses.
Lover South
Sep 29, 2015 10:54 PM
I got a SMS and once it looked like spam. So, I thought a google search. Yes, I am right. This is Spam. Phone no. +1 210 987 1684 with company reference as Hi-Tech Engineering Corporation Pvt. Ltd. and HR dept as undersigned with Operations manager will interview in yahoo messenger for screening. Who is in this earth will do initial phone screening in yahoo messenger.. :-) the e-mail id I was asked too is [email protected] In US there are no Pvt. Ltd. mostly in India you will find this type of companies as per the law applicable. So please take care.
Eric Szatkowski
Sep 20, 2015 6:14 PM
please do i am talking to william perry ad haven't paid nothing but to get paid they said they need my login infromation so they can set it up am i being scam
Gia
Aug 22, 2015 4:44 AM
Seriously people, what legitimate, respectable company makes you pay before you start working there? NONE. What legitimate, respectable company asks for bank info and other seriously personal information regarding your identification? NONE. Furthermore, what legitimate, respectable company only uses online messengers or apps to communicate and hold "interviews"? NONE. And why would you ever cash a check from someone you don't know in order to pay for supplies for a company or send that money to them and/or other people?! Seriously you people are so gullible, desperate or just naturally stupid, you shouldn't have access to the Internet. Start using some common sense, although I'm beginning to realize it's not so common these days. Natural selection at its finest here. Sorry, not sorry.
Goolag
Jun 04, 2015 3:23 PM
Total Scam! They send a check with your name on it but the check is registered to someone else. When you deposit it, the issuing bank is notified of the fraud and you are blamed. Not sure how they get money from you as I wasn't dumb enough to deposit such a huge check in my account from people who never even wanted to have a conversation or conduct a proper interview. The bank they used wouldn't even give me details the company the check was from, the branch it was issued by...they wouldn't even give me the check back! The indicates MAJOR FRAUD that the bank doesn't want getting out to the general public. AVOID: Dan Tanner, Lisa Kiyomi, Sharon James, Stonecrest Capital, Fellex Medcare Equipments Ltd, www.fellexmed.com and www.stonecrestcapitalinc.com.
fiona
Jun 03, 2015 7:23 PM
I actually did an online interview but when they asked some of the questions. I gave them my name and address and phone number but these are things I had on monster. They said i was hired after the "interview" but when they were telling me they were going to send me a check to start me up and i was to buy the equipment with the money I got a little suspicious and started asking questions. How do I know this is a legit business as the webisite was bare-bones? and he started quoting bible scriptures and telling me to trust in god because he's giving me an opportunity to help my family... So I basically figured it was a waste of my 45 mins. So... I wasn't going to deposit anything they sent... BUt he blocked me on "hangout" because that's wehre he asked me to talk to him. It sucks that they take advantage of people that are looking for jobs.... simply dispicable.