BBB Warns College Students of Several Scams

With tuition payments, financial aid applications and school supplies, August marks the month for students looking to spend their money on going back to colleges or universities. However, scammers take on this opportunity to sway students who are looking for better ways to manage their money. The Better Business Bureau is warning college students of several ways scammers are trying to take your money. A common scam throughout the years is the sale of fake credit cards. On top of the fact that this could potentially stir up a credit problem, some of the deals could be a fake gimmick to get access to student’s personal information. Some fraudsters will also try to sell you apartments at too good to be true prices, and credit reports. n 2018, employment scams were the #1 culprit for scams attacking 18-25 year olds. Job offerings can be sent directly to school emails, promising flexible hours and a beyond expected pay, and they will ask for your social security number to secure a position. As with any offer, do your research, and never give out personal information online.