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business14 days ago•10 min saved

Regulators Crack Down on Network Behind Fake Local Home Repair Listings

Minnesota Attorney General and a federal suit accuse Premium Home Service and CEO Yosef Bernath of a nationwide deception that posed as local contractors online, hijacked listings, used fake addresses and an overseas call center to collect payments for unperformed or shoddy work. Regulators seek to halt the scheme and award restitution after KARE 11’s investigation documented thousands of fake listings and tens of millions in revenue, with hundreds of thousands of potential victims nationwide. Victims are urged to contact the AG’s office for help.

via kare11.com|

#business #consumer-protection #fake-listings

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Fake AMD Ryzen 9800X3D Listings Flood Amazon at $199

Amazon is experiencing a surge of fake listings for the popular 9800X3D processor, priced at an enticing $199, ahead of Black Friday. These listings, often featuring bizarre specifications, are not from AMD but from dubious sellers like Lingmengj and Huangwenjie12334. Shoppers are advised to purchase only from trusted sellers or directly from the manufacturer to avoid scams. The real 9800X3D listing, though currently out of stock, is sold by AMD with accurate product details. Caution is urged during this high-risk sales period.

via WePC - PC Tech & PC Gaming News|

#9800x3d #amazon #black-friday

gaming2 years ago•3 min saved

"Devs React as Fake Helldivers 2 Games Deceive Steam Users"

Valve has removed fake Steam listings for Helldivers 2 after they were discovered to be different games disguised as the popular co-op shooter, prompting concerns from the game's developers. The community manager warned players about the scam and urged them to avoid the fake games. While Valve swiftly took down the fake listings, questions arise about how they made it onto Steam in the first place. Similar fake listings for other games, such as Palworld, have also been reported, leading to concerns and calls for Valve to address the issue.

via IGN|

#fake-listings #gaming #helldivers-2

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

Rental Scams on the Rise: Landlords and Renters Warned

Landlords are becoming increasingly frustrated as scammers steal their rental listings and deceive renters into sending deposit money to fake landlords. One landlord, Gina Brown, has experienced scammers copying her ads from platforms like Zillow and listing her properties at significantly lower prices. Renters unknowingly send money to these scammers, only to find out later that they have been scammed. Rental fraud is a prevalent issue, with 43% of renters encountering suspicious listings. To avoid falling victim to scams, renters are advised to be cautious of red flags such as wire transfers, requests for payment before meeting or signing a lease, and out-of-state landlords. It is crucial to report fake listings to platforms like Zillow and Facebook to protect future renters and frustrated landlords.

via WCPO 9 Cincinnati|

#fake-listings #fraud #landlords