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Job Scams Surge: $220M Lost in Early 2024
7/9/2025
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Story summary
- Job scams have surged, causing over $220 million in losses in early 2024.
- Scammers create trust through personalized messages before asking for deposits.
- New job seekers, homemakers, and immigrants are particularly vulnerable.
- The FTC recommends ignoring unsolicited job offers and never paying for job opportunities.
