Work-at-Home Scams:
They Just Don't Pay.

Want an easy way to earn extra money from the comfort of your own home? You're not alone. Working at home has become increasingly attractive. Unfortunately, as the number of jobs grows in response to public interest, so have bogus job offers.

U.S. Postal Inspectors warn that, before you accept a work-at-home job, proceed with caution.

Most work-at-home jobs don't guarantee regular, salaried employment. Many neglect to mention that you have to work many hours without pay. Others require that you spend your own money for products or instructions before finding out how the offer works. And the "work" may entail getting others to sign up for the same job--which continues the fraud.

Work-at-home scams have cost victims thousands of dollars. Check out all jobs before responding. Legitimate companies provide information in writing.

U.S. Postal Inspectors offer these tips:

• Don't give out personal information to a person or company you don't know.



• Be suspicious of any offer that doesn't pay a regular salary or involves working for an overseas company.



• Check the company with the FTC, Better Business Bureau, or state Attorney General.

There's no easy road to wealth. Operating a home-based business is just like any other--they require hard work and good products or services, and it takes time to make a profit.

Order a free DVD from the U.S. Postal Inspection Service on work-at-home scams.

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