Work-at-home
Work-at-home scams are advertisements that promise a large income for minimal work - such as envelope-stuffing, craft assembly work, or other jobs. The ads make similar claims -fast cash, minimal work, no risk with the advantage of working from home when it's convenient for you.
They don’t tell you that you might have to work many hours without pay, or pay hidden costs to place newspaper ads, make photocopies, or buy supplies, software, or equipment to do the job. Once you put in your own time and money, your promoters may refuse to pay you, claiming that your work isn't up to their 'quality standards'. Or you may find that there is no work on offer, only commission for getting other people to sign up.
Legitimate work-at-home business promoters should tell you in writing exactly what is involved in the programme. Before you commit any money, find out
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What tasks you will have to perform
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Whether you will be paid a salary or work on commission
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Who will pay you
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When you will get your first payment
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The total cost of the program (including supplies, equipment and membership fees)
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What you will get for your money
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Can you verify information from current workers?
