Employment Scams Are on the Rise: See the #1 Riskiest Scam According to Better Business Bureau of Greater Maryland (Online) with Howard County Library System

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Business, Government & Legal

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Adults
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Employment scams were already the #1 riskiest scam in both 2018 and 2019, according to Better Business Bureau’s Risk Index report. During 2020, the growth of this dangerous breeding ground skyrocketed, largely due to the influx in work-from-home scams during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

An estimated 14 million people are exposed to employment scams with more than $2 billion lost per year, not counting time or emotional losses. Join BBB to learn why you’re more vulnerable than you think, how to spot the red flags, and tips for saying no to employment scams while you’re on your job search.

Presented in partnership with Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Maryland, bbb.org.

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Presented with support from Charles County Public Library, Prince George's County Memorial Library System, Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County, Washington County Free Library, and Worchester Public Library. 

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